St Columb Minor Academy

URN: 136869 • Newquay TR7 3JF

Overview

Name
St Columb Minor Academy
URN
136869
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
KERNOW LEARNING MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Natalie Simmonds (since 2025) , Executive Principal
Telephone
01637873958
Website
Visit
Address
Porth Bean Road, Newquay TR7 3JF

Summary

St Columb Minor Academy, located in Newquay, Cornwall, is a mixed primary academy catering to children aged 3 to 11. Established on 1 September 2018 through the merger of Robartes Junior School and The Beacon Infant and Nursery School, the academy aims to provide a seamless educational journey for families. With a current enrolment of 440 pupils and a capacity of 630, the school offers a nurturing environment that supports children's growth and development.

The academy features a strong commitment to inclusivity and equal opportunities, ensuring that all students, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), receive the support they require. St Columb Minor Academy also provides a rich curriculum designed to engage students and foster a love for learning, with an emphasis on outdoor experiences, particularly in its nursery setting.

Admissions are managed by Cornwall Council, and parents are encouraged to reach out for guidance on the application process. The school actively promotes community involvement and values diversity, aiming to create a supportive atmosphere for all families within its catchment area.

Key details

LA
Cornwall
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
KERNOW LEARNING MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
630
Pupils
440
Boys
229
Girls
211
FSM %
21.90
Open date
2011-07-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2018-11-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cornwall

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 440 229 211 630 21.90
2024-09-11 469 251 218 630 20.50
2023-09-11 493 263 230 630 17.40
2022-09-11 493 263 230 630 17.40
2021-09-11 527 271 256 450 16.90
2020-09-11 581 317 264 450 12.20

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