Blackwater Community Primary School
URN: 142305 • Truro TR4 8ES
Overview
- Name
- Blackwater Community Primary School
- URN
- 142305
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- TRURO & PENWITH ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Evey Evison (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01872560570
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- North Hill, Truro TR4 8ES
Summary
Blackwater Community Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Truro, Cornwall, with a current enrolment of 126 pupils, slightly above its capacity of 120. The school prides itself on fostering a strong sense of community and individuality among its students, encouraging them to take responsibility for their roles in local and global contexts. The ethos emphasizes the importance of removing barriers to success and nurturing a love of learning.
The curriculum at Blackwater is designed to provide a well-rounded education, covering subjects such as phonics, mathematics, science, and the arts, alongside opportunities for outdoor learning. The school also prioritises spiritual, moral, social, and cultural education, ensuring that students develop holistically. Special Educational Needs (SEN) support is available, with a dedicated SEN offer to assist children in overcoming challenges.
Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through various initiatives, including the Parent Teacher Association (FOBS) and regular communication regarding school policies and events. Blackwater Community Primary School aims to create an inclusive environment where every child can thrive and achieve their potential.
The curriculum at Blackwater is designed to provide a well-rounded education, covering subjects such as phonics, mathematics, science, and the arts, alongside opportunities for outdoor learning. The school also prioritises spiritual, moral, social, and cultural education, ensuring that students develop holistically. Special Educational Needs (SEN) support is available, with a dedicated SEN offer to assist children in overcoming challenges.
Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through various initiatives, including the Parent Teacher Association (FOBS) and regular communication regarding school policies and events. Blackwater Community Primary School aims to create an inclusive environment where every child can thrive and achieve their potential.
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Nearby alternatives
- Mount Hawke Academy (75.4)
- 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)
Key details
- LA
- Cornwall
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- TRURO & PENWITH ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 120
- Pupils
- 126
- Boys
- 56
- Girls
- 70
- FSM %
- 12.40
- Open date
- 2015-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-07-18
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cornwall
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 126 | 56 | 70 | 120 | 12.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 117 | 56 | 61 | 120 | 10.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 123 | 69 | 54 | 120 | 12.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 123 | 69 | 54 | 120 | 12.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 115 | 71 | 44 | 120 | 14.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 114 | 73 | 41 | 91 | 14.30 |
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