St Mary's CofE Primary School, Penzance
URN: 111998 • Penzance TR18 4HP
Overview
- Name
- St Mary's CofE Primary School, Penzance
- URN
- 111998
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 49.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Helen Kershaw (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01736363009
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Redinnick Place, Penzance TR18 4HP
Summary
St Mary's CofE Primary School, located in Penzance, Cornwall, is a voluntary aided school that serves a mixed-gender population of 139 pupils, with a capacity of 190. The school emphasizes inclusivity and offers education for children aged 3 to 11, including a nursery program. The school's vision, inspired by a biblical verse, promotes values of hope, courage, and perseverance, which are integrated into all aspects of school life.
The curriculum at St Mary's is known as the "Rise Up Curriculum," designed to provide a broad and balanced educational experience. It encourages pupils to explore their interests and develop essential skills across various subjects, including religious education, English, mathematics, and the arts. The school is committed to fostering a safe and supportive environment where children can thrive academically and emotionally.
St Mary's values the partnership between home and school, encouraging active involvement from parents and carers in their children's education. The school also offers wraparound care and after-school clubs, further enhancing the community feel and support for families.
The curriculum at St Mary's is known as the "Rise Up Curriculum," designed to provide a broad and balanced educational experience. It encourages pupils to explore their interests and develop essential skills across various subjects, including religious education, English, mathematics, and the arts. The school is committed to fostering a safe and supportive environment where children can thrive academically and emotionally.
St Mary's values the partnership between home and school, encouraging active involvement from parents and carers in their children's education. The school also offers wraparound care and after-school clubs, further enhancing the community feel and support for families.
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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 | 139 | 79 | 60 | 190 | 36.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 123 | 62 | 61 | 190 | 37.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 137 | 71 | 66 | 190 | 36.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 137 | 71 | 66 | 190 | 36.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 157 | 75 | 82 | 190 | 28.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 165 | 78 | 87 | 190 | 27.30 |
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