Pencalenick School
URN: 112084 • Truro TR1 1TE
Overview
- Name
- Pencalenick School
- URN
- 112084
- Type
- Foundation special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- 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
- Andy Barnett (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- St Clement, Truro TR1 1TE
Summary
Pencalenick School is a foundation special school located in Truro, Cornwall, catering to secondary-age pupils with Education, Health and Care (EHC) plans that require specialist provision. The school fosters a strong sense of community, focusing on promoting pupils’ achievement, resilience, and wellbeing as they transition to adulthood. With 150 pupils on site, Pencalenick also oversees four Area Resource Bases (ARBs) across Cornwall, providing tailored support for children with complex learning needs.
The curriculum at Pencalenick is designed to be wide-ranging and enriching, supporting academic outcomes while developing social skills and independence. Pupils have access to various accreditation pathways, including ASDAN, Entry Level, Functional Skills, and GCSEs. The school prioritises meaningful learning experiences and actively works to reduce barriers identified in pupils' EHC plans.
Pencalenick School is situated in a historic environment, enhancing its ethos of aspiration and care. The dedicated staff team is committed to providing specialist knowledge and continual professional development, ensuring that each pupil receives the support they need to thrive within a nurturing and inclusive atmosphere.
The curriculum at Pencalenick is designed to be wide-ranging and enriching, supporting academic outcomes while developing social skills and independence. Pupils have access to various accreditation pathways, including ASDAN, Entry Level, Functional Skills, and GCSEs. The school prioritises meaningful learning experiences and actively works to reduce barriers identified in pupils' EHC plans.
Pencalenick School is situated in a historic environment, enhancing its ethos of aspiration and care. The dedicated staff team is committed to providing specialist knowledge and continual professional development, ensuring that each pupil receives the support they need to thrive within a nurturing and inclusive atmosphere.
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Nearby alternatives
- Community & Hospital Education Service Ap Academy (66.7)
- Oak Tree School (49.4)
- Pencalenick School (48.8)
- Cornwall Hospital Education Service (45.2)
- Duchy Grammar School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Cornwall
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- Boarding school
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- 2011-08-31
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | |||||
| 2024-09-11 | |||||
| 2023-09-11 | |||||
| 2022-09-11 | |||||
| 2021-09-11 | |||||
| 2020-09-11 |
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