St Erme with Trispen Community Primary School

URN: 111871 • Truro TR4 9BJ

Overview

Name
St Erme with Trispen Community Primary School
URN
111871
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Nicola Drake (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01872279539
Website
Visit
Address
Trispen, Truro TR4 9BJ

Summary

St Erme with Trispen Community Primary School is a mixed primary school located on the outskirts of Truro, Cornwall. With a current enrolment of 134 pupils and a capacity of 180, the school serves the local communities of Trispen and St Erme. It is committed to fostering a positive learning environment where high academic standards and good behaviour are central to the ethos. The school was rated as consistently good by OFSTED in October 2023, highlighting the supportive atmosphere where pupils feel safe and valued.

The curriculum at St Erme is designed to be engaging and fun, with a strong focus on early years education through its well-equipped Foundation Stage Unit. The school places a significant emphasis on reading, having revised its approach to ensure effective teaching methods are employed. Staff are trained to support all learners, including those with special educational needs and disabilities, ensuring that each child's individual needs are met.

St Erme with Trispen Primary School prides itself on its strong community ties and the positive relationships it builds with families. The school encourages parental involvement and welcomes visits to experience its vibrant learning environment firsthand. For more information, parents can contact the school office directly.

Key details

LA
Cornwall
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
180
Pupils
134
Boys
59
Girls
75
FSM %
21.60
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-10-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cornwall

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 134 59 75 180 21.60
2024-09-11 139 70 69 140 18.70
2023-09-11 139 69 70 140 16.50
2022-09-11 139 69 70 140 16.50
2021-09-11 144 68 76 140 6.90
2020-09-11 145 65 80 140 2.80

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