Cowes Primary School

URN: 118156 • Cowes PO31 8HF

Overview

Name
Cowes Primary School
URN
118156
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open, but proposed to close
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
63.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Stephanie Praetig (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01983293261
Website
Visit
Address
Edinburgh Close, Cowes PO31 8HF

Summary

Cowes Primary School is a community school located in Cowes, Isle of Wight, serving a mixed-gender population of 118 pupils, with a capacity of 260. The school is committed to providing a well-rounded education that focuses on the development of the whole child. With a strong emphasis on creating a safe and supportive environment, Cowes Primary fosters effective relationships between pupils and staff, ensuring that children feel happy and secure in their learning.

The curriculum at Cowes Primary is designed to be engaging and relevant, encouraging personalised learning to help each child reach their potential. The school prides itself on its Early Years Foundation Unit, which has been recognised as a model of good practice, facilitating smooth transitions and progress for young learners.

As a school deeply rooted in its community, Cowes Primary actively involves families and local residents in various events and initiatives, such as fundraising activities. However, it is important to note that Cowes Primary School will close permanently on 31st August 2025, and families are encouraged to explore transition options to Gurnard Primary School.

Key details

LA
Isle of Wight
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
260
Pupils
118
Boys
61
Girls
57
FSM %
13.60
Open date
1900-01-01
Close date
2025-08-31
Last Ofsted
2020-02-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Isle of Wight

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 118 61 57 260 13.60
2024-09-11 148 72 76 260 9.50
2023-09-11 195 91 104 260 20.00
2022-09-11 195 91 104 260 20.00
2021-09-11 216 98 118 260 19.00
2020-09-11 227 103 124 260 10.60

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