North Petherwin School

URN: 142551 • Launceston PL15 8NE

Overview

Name
North Petherwin School
URN
142551
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
61.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jonathan Phillpotts (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01566785886
Website
Visit
Address
Brazzacott, Launceston PL15 8NE

Summary

North Petherwin School, located in Launceston, Cornwall, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 74 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 70. The school is part of a federation with Werrington Primary School, sharing a governing body and head teacher, which fosters a collaborative learning environment. Both schools emphasize high expectations and respect while promoting a family atmosphere where pupils of mixed ages learn and play together.

The curriculum at North Petherwin incorporates the national curriculum alongside a Capabilities Curriculum, focusing on seven key areas including resilience, creativity, and communication. This approach aims to nurture the whole child, preparing them for future learning and societal engagement. The school day runs from 8.50 am to 3.20 pm, with a strong commitment to creating a happy and stimulating environment for all students.

Recent OFSTED reports from May and July 2023 rated both North Petherwin and Werrington as 'Good' schools, reflecting their dedication to safeguarding and quality education. The school is committed to supporting each child's development and fostering a sense of responsibility and independence.

Key details

LA
Cornwall
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
AN DARAS MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
70
Pupils
74
Boys
34
Girls
40
FSM %
8.60
Open date
2016-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-05-04
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cornwall

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 74 34 40 70 8.60
2024-09-11 74 37 37 70 14.00
2023-09-11 79 44 35 70 20.90
2022-09-11 79 44 35 70 20.90
2021-09-11 71 40 31 70 13.60
2020-09-11 72 40 32 70 6.50

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