South Petherwin Community Primary School

URN: 111947 • Launceston PL15 7LE

Overview

Name
South Petherwin Community Primary School
URN
111947
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
The Launceston Rural Learning Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Matthew Avery (since 2025)
Telephone
01566776363
Website
Visit
Address
South Petherwin, Launceston PL15 7LE

Summary

South Petherwin Community Primary School, located in Launceston, Cornwall, is a foundation school that serves a mixed-gender population of 116 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 105. The school is dedicated to creating a nurturing and stimulating learning environment, ensuring that each child’s individual needs are met. The ethos of the school revolves around fostering happiness, confidence, and motivation among students, encouraging them to achieve their full potential.

The curriculum at South Petherwin is designed to be flexible and personalised, promoting academic achievement alongside artistic, musical, and sporting talents. The school places a strong emphasis on inclusion and aims to provide opportunities for every child to flourish in a safe and supportive atmosphere. The dedicated staff, led by Headteacher Mr. Matthew Avery, work collaboratively to celebrate and support student achievements.

As a community-focused institution, South Petherwin CP School actively engages with parents and the wider village community. The school values partnerships and encourages participation in various initiatives, including a school lottery to raise funds for educational resources and activities.

Key details

LA
Cornwall
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
The Launceston Rural Learning Trust
Capacity
105
Pupils
116
Boys
55
Girls
61
FSM %
14.70
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-03-29
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cornwall

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 116 55 61 105 14.70
2024-09-11 115 53 62 105 14.80
2023-09-11 111 50 61 105 14.40
2022-09-11 111 50 61 105 14.40
2021-09-11 112 56 56 105 16.10
2020-09-11 102 56 46 105 15.70

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