Gurnard Primary School

URN: 118160 • Cowes PO31 8DS

Overview

Name
Gurnard Primary School
URN
118160
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
69.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Clemma Yardley (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01983295713
Website
Visit
Address
Baring Road, Cowes PO31 8DS

Summary

Gurnard Primary School, located in Cowes on the Isle of Wight, is a mixed community primary school with a current enrolment of 414 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 420. The school is committed to fostering an environment of respect, success, and belonging, aligning with its core values. Gurnard Primary aims to provide a supportive and inclusive atmosphere for all students, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

The curriculum at Gurnard Primary is comprehensive, covering essential subjects such as English, Maths, Science, and a range of creative and physical disciplines. The school also emphasizes personal, social, health, and economic education (PSHE), alongside British Values and Spiritual, Moral, Social, and Cultural (SMSC) development. Various extracurricular activities, including clubs and sports, are available to enhance student engagement and learning.

Gurnard Primary actively involves parents and the local community, offering resources such as newsletters, term dates, and information on school meals and attendance. The school prioritizes safeguarding and provides support for families, ensuring a collaborative approach to education and community well-being.

Key details

LA
Isle of Wight
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
420
Pupils
414
Boys
197
Girls
217
FSM %
7.70
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-11-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Isle of Wight

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 414 197 217 420 7.70
2024-09-11 420 206 214 420 6.20
2023-09-11 400 209 191 420 6.50
2022-09-11 400 209 191 420 6.50
2021-09-11 408 216 192 420 7.10
2020-09-11 399 213 186 420 5.80

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