Halwin School
URN: 143980 • Helston TR13 0EG
Overview
- Name
- Halwin School
- URN
- 143980
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- CROFTY EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 40.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Alexandra Carr (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01209860329
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Porkellis, Helston TR13 0EG
Summary
Halwin School is a small primary academy located in Porkellis, near Helston, Cornwall, with a current enrolment of 52 pupils and a capacity of 119. The school prides itself on its nurturing environment, where every child is known and valued. Guided by the core values of Confidence, Aspiration, Resilience, and Enjoyment (CARE), Halwin School aims to foster a love of learning and ensure that all children reach their full potential.
The curriculum is designed to be engaging and varied, incorporating outdoor learning experiences such as forest school sessions and trips to local attractions like the Eden Project. With two classes—Robins for EYFS and KS1, and Kingfishers for KS2—students benefit from strong relationships with teachers and a supportive atmosphere that promotes both academic and personal growth.
Halwin School actively encourages parental involvement and community engagement, believing that a close partnership with families is essential for student success. The school is committed to creating a safe and respectful environment, preparing pupils for their future educational journeys while instilling positive British values.
The curriculum is designed to be engaging and varied, incorporating outdoor learning experiences such as forest school sessions and trips to local attractions like the Eden Project. With two classes—Robins for EYFS and KS1, and Kingfishers for KS2—students benefit from strong relationships with teachers and a supportive atmosphere that promotes both academic and personal growth.
Halwin School actively encourages parental involvement and community engagement, believing that a close partnership with families is essential for student success. The school is committed to creating a safe and respectful environment, preparing pupils for their future educational journeys while instilling positive British values.
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Nearby alternatives
- Parc Eglos School (78.7)
- Sithney Community Primary School (73.8)
- Porthleven School (66.2)
- Wendron CofE Primary School (65.0)
- Mullion Community Primary School (64.1)
Key details
- LA
- Cornwall
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- CROFTY EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 119
- Pupils
- 52
- Boys
- 31
- Girls
- 21
- FSM %
- 22.90
- Open date
- 2017-06-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-09-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cornwall
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 52 | 31 | 21 | 119 | 22.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 71 | 40 | 31 | 119 | 19.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 72 | 39 | 33 | 119 | 16.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 72 | 39 | 33 | 119 | 16.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 73 | 38 | 35 | 119 | 16.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 72 | 38 | 34 | 119 | 16.70 |
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