Roche Community Primary School

URN: 142952 • St Austell PL26 8EP

Overview

Name
Roche Community Primary School
URN
142952
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
59.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jeremy Walden (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01726890323
Website
Visit
Address
Fore Street, St Austell PL26 8EP

Summary

Roche Community Primary School, located in St Austell, Cornwall, is a mixed academy with a current enrolment of 198 pupils, serving a capacity of 210. The school is committed to providing a safe and engaging learning environment where every child’s potential is nurtured. Key values such as commitment, self-responsibility, honesty, and respect are integral to the school community, fostering a culture of mutual support and personal growth.

The curriculum at Roche CP School adheres to the National Curriculum while being tailored to the specific context of the school. A strong emphasis is placed on developing core skills in reading and writing across all subjects, alongside a relentless focus on improving standards in English and Maths. The school prioritises reading and promotes physical and mental well-being through daily PE sessions and a comprehensive PSHE programme, which includes the '5 ways to wellbeing'.

Roche CP School actively encourages parental involvement and community engagement, with regular events and workshops designed to foster strong relationships between the school and families. This collaborative approach aims to support children’s learning and development, ensuring they are well-prepared for future challenges.

Key details

LA
Cornwall
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
TRURO & PENWITH ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
210
Pupils
198
Boys
102
Girls
96
FSM %
27.30
Open date
2016-07-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-07-20
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cornwall

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 198 102 96 210 27.30
2024-09-11 199 101 98 210 28.60
2023-09-11 207 107 100 210 28.50
2022-09-11 207 107 100 210 28.50
2021-09-11 203 107 96 210 23.20
2020-09-11 207 105 102 210 20.30

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