Mount Hawke Academy
URN: 136597 • Truro TR4 8BA
Overview
- Name
- Mount Hawke Academy
- URN
- 136597
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ASPIRE ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 75.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Catherine Biddick (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01209890230
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Rodda's Road, Truro TR4 8BA
Summary
Mount Hawke Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Truro, Cornwall, with a current enrolment of 259 pupils and a capacity of 315. The school prioritises creating a safe and nurturing environment where children are valued as individuals and encouraged to learn collaboratively. The ethos of the school revolves around fostering a positive attitude towards learning and mutual respect, enabling each child to reach their full potential.
The curriculum at Mount Hawke Academy is broad and balanced, promoting high academic standards while also encouraging a love for learning. History is taught through an enquiry-based approach, allowing students to explore various themes and develop critical thinking skills. The school integrates outdoor learning opportunities and visits to local historical sites, enriching the educational experience and helping students understand the relevance of history in today's world.
Mount Hawke Academy values strong partnerships with parents and the local community, recognising the importance of support in a child's educational journey. The school aims to be a significant asset to the community, fostering a sense of belonging and pride among students, staff, and families alike.
The curriculum at Mount Hawke Academy is broad and balanced, promoting high academic standards while also encouraging a love for learning. History is taught through an enquiry-based approach, allowing students to explore various themes and develop critical thinking skills. The school integrates outdoor learning opportunities and visits to local historical sites, enriching the educational experience and helping students understand the relevance of history in today's world.
Mount Hawke Academy values strong partnerships with parents and the local community, recognising the importance of support in a child's educational journey. The school aims to be a significant asset to the community, fostering a sense of belonging and pride among students, staff, and families alike.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- CALENDAR (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Aspire Academy Trust (other)
- Aspire Curriculum Statement (other)
- Vacancies (other)
- Policies and Accessibility Statement (other)
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- MHA Term Dates 2025-2026 (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Threemilestone School (66.8)
- St Mary's CofE School, Truro (66.3)
- Archbishop Benson CofE Primary School (66.1)
- Perran-Ar-Worthal Community Primary School (64.9)
- Devoran School (64.8)
Key details
- LA
- Cornwall
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ASPIRE ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 315
- Pupils
- 259
- Boys
- 127
- Girls
- 132
- FSM %
- 8.50
- Open date
- 2011-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2013-06-06
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cornwall
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 259 | 127 | 132 | 315 | 8.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 282 | 145 | 137 | 315 | 9.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 287 | 147 | 140 | 315 | 8.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 287 | 147 | 140 | 315 | 8.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 285 | 145 | 140 | 210 | 7.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 283 | 144 | 139 | 210 | 7.10 |
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