Launceston College
URN: 139155 • Launceston PL15 9JR
Overview
- Name
- Launceston College
- URN
- 139155
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- ATHENA LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Mr Matthew Thompson (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01566772468
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hurdon Road, Launceston PL15 9JR
Summary
Launceston College is a mixed secondary academy located in Launceston, Cornwall, serving students aged 11 to 18. With a history dating back to 1409, the college has established a strong reputation within the community, prioritising academic excellence and personal development. The school aims to foster a supportive environment where students are encouraged to achieve their best while cultivating mutual respect and hard work.
The college offers a diverse curriculum enriched by specialist facilities in areas such as arts, sports, science, and technology. In addition to academic pursuits, students have access to a variety of extracurricular activities, including the Duke of Edinburgh Award and performance academies, which enhance their educational experience. Launceston College also features an Area Resource Base, the Castle Unit, catering to students with significant learning difficulties.
Launceston College is committed to ensuring that all students, regardless of their background, receive an exceptional education. The school prides itself on its inclusive ethos and dedication to preparing students for future success, with many progressing to selective universities after achieving impressive GCSE and A-level results.
The college offers a diverse curriculum enriched by specialist facilities in areas such as arts, sports, science, and technology. In addition to academic pursuits, students have access to a variety of extracurricular activities, including the Duke of Edinburgh Award and performance academies, which enhance their educational experience. Launceston College also features an Area Resource Base, the Castle Unit, catering to students with significant learning difficulties.
Launceston College is committed to ensuring that all students, regardless of their background, receive an exceptional education. The school prides itself on its inclusive ethos and dedication to preparing students for future success, with many progressing to selective universities after achieving impressive GCSE and A-level results.
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Nearby alternatives
- Launceston College (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Cornwall
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- ATHENA LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 1400
- Pupils
- 1280
- Boys
- 690
- Girls
- 590
- FSM %
- 22.20
- Open date
- 2013-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-11
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cornwall
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1280 | 690 | 590 | 1400 | 22.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1337 | 719 | 618 | 1400 | 21.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1376 | 710 | 666 | 1400 | 18.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1376 | 710 | 666 | 1400 | 18.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1365 | 689 | 676 | 1400 | 15.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1267 | 636 | 631 | 1400 | 13.50 |
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