Windmill Hill Academy
URN: 140514 • Launceston PL15 9AE
Overview
- Name
- Windmill Hill Academy
- URN
- 140514
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- AN DARAS MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 52.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Abby Bassett (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01566772143
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Windmill Hill, Launceston PL15 9AE
Summary
Windmill Hill Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Launceston, Cornwall, with a current enrolment of 161 pupils against a capacity of 210. The school operates as a one-form entry institution, admitting up to 30 pupils per class. Windmill Hill Academy aims to provide a strong foundation for lifelong learning, emphasising the importance of primary education in shaping children's future academic journeys.
The school was last inspected by Ofsted in December 2022 and received a 'Good' rating. Windmill Hill Academy is committed to fostering a supportive environment where students can thrive academically and socially. The curriculum is designed to inspire passion for learning, while various enrichment opportunities are available to enhance the educational experience.
Community involvement is a key aspect of the school's ethos, with initiatives such as the proposed move of Launceston Pre-School Provision to the academy. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through consultations and events, ensuring a collaborative approach to education and community development. For more information, visit their website at http://www.windmillhillacademy.org.
The school was last inspected by Ofsted in December 2022 and received a 'Good' rating. Windmill Hill Academy is committed to fostering a supportive environment where students can thrive academically and socially. The curriculum is designed to inspire passion for learning, while various enrichment opportunities are available to enhance the educational experience.
Community involvement is a key aspect of the school's ethos, with initiatives such as the proposed move of Launceston Pre-School Provision to the academy. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through consultations and events, ensuring a collaborative approach to education and community development. For more information, visit their website at http://www.windmillhillacademy.org.
Useful links
- Local Governance (governance)
- 22/11/2023 Parent Governor Vacancy (governance)
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- Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) (sen)
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- Calendar (calendar)
- 20/09/2024 Admissions Policy 2026-27 Consultation Draft (until 31st January 2025) (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Admissions (other)
- 14/11/2023 PSHE Policy (with the inclusion of Relationships and Health Education) *Consultation* (other)
Nearby alternatives
- St Stephens Community Primary School (70.2)
- Egloskerry School (62.8)
- Tregadillett Primary School (62.4)
- Warbstow Community Pre-School and Primary School (62.1)
- North Petherwin School (61.9)
Key details
- LA
- Cornwall
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- AN DARAS MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 161
- Boys
- 88
- Girls
- 73
- FSM %
- 29.20
- Open date
- 2014-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-12-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cornwall
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 161 | 88 | 73 | 210 | 29.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 181 | 93 | 88 | 210 | 25.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 191 | 92 | 99 | 210 | 24.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 191 | 92 | 99 | 210 | 24.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 194 | 93 | 101 | 210 | 24.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 198 | 93 | 105 | 210 | 12.60 |
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