Penponds School

URN: 140741 • Camborne TR14 0QN

Overview

Name
Penponds School
URN
140741
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
THE RAINBOW MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
60.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rebekah Bailey (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01209713929
Website
Visit
Address
Higher Penponds, Camborne TR14 0QN

Summary

Penponds Primary School, located in Camborne, Cornwall, is a mixed academy converter catering to 103 pupils, with a capacity of 105. The school is committed to fostering a vibrant and creative learning environment, encouraging students to "aim high and achieve their best." It operates under the ethos of being a Rights Respecting School, promoting values of confidence, curiosity, and creativity among its students.

The curriculum at Penponds is designed to provide a comprehensive education, encompassing a wide range of subjects including Maths, Science, Art, and Computing. The school places a strong emphasis on reading, utilizing programs such as Read, Write, Inc. and Accelerated Reader to support literacy development. Additionally, the school is dedicated to inclusivity, offering tailored support for students with special educational needs (SEND) and ensuring all children have access to a rich educational experience.

Community involvement is integral to Penponds, with various extracurricular activities and initiatives aimed at enhancing student engagement and well-being. The school also offers wraparound care, including breakfast and after-school clubs, fostering a supportive environment for families. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at www.penponds.cornwall.sch.uk.

Key details

LA
Cornwall
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE RAINBOW MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
105
Pupils
103
Boys
53
Girls
50
FSM %
3.90
Open date
2014-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-02-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cornwall

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 103 53 50 105 3.90
2024-09-11 106 51 55 105 5.70
2023-09-11 117 54 63 105 6.80
2022-09-11 117 54 63 105 6.80
2021-09-11 115 55 60 105 6.10
2020-09-11 114 55 59 105 8.80

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