Alverton Primary School
URN: 111806 • Penzance TR18 4QD
Overview
- Name
- Alverton Primary School
- URN
- 111806
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 45.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Martin Higgs (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Toltuff Crescent, Penzance TR18 4QD
Summary
Alverton Primary School, located in Penzance, Cornwall, is a mixed foundation school with a capacity of 287 students. The school is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all. Alverton is part of the Truro and Penwith Academy Trust, which provides additional governance and resources to enhance the educational experience.
The curriculum at Alverton is designed to cater to a diverse range of learning needs, covering subjects from English and Maths to Science and the Arts. The school also emphasizes personal development through various initiatives, including the Five Ways to Wellbeing and a strong focus on British Values. Special Educational Needs (SEN) support is available to ensure all students can thrive.
Alverton Primary School fosters a sense of community, encouraging parental involvement through events and initiatives like the Friends of Alverton School (FOAS) PTA. The school also offers extracurricular activities, including musical productions and after-school clubs, enriching the educational experience and promoting social interaction among students.
The curriculum at Alverton is designed to cater to a diverse range of learning needs, covering subjects from English and Maths to Science and the Arts. The school also emphasizes personal development through various initiatives, including the Five Ways to Wellbeing and a strong focus on British Values. Special Educational Needs (SEN) support is available to ensure all students can thrive.
Alverton Primary School fosters a sense of community, encouraging parental involvement through events and initiatives like the Friends of Alverton School (FOAS) PTA. The school also offers extracurricular activities, including musical productions and after-school clubs, enriching the educational experience and promoting social interaction among students.
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Nearby alternatives
- Mousehole Community Primary School (63.1)
- Gulval School (62.0)
- Sennen School (61.8)
- St Hilary School (61.2)
- Nancledra School (60.2)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 287 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 287 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 287 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 287 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 287 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 287 |
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