Helston Community College
URN: 143981 • Helston TR13 8NR
Overview
- Name
- Helston Community College
- URN
- 143981
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- TRURO & PENWITH ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Alex Lingard (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01326572685
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Church Hill, Helston TR13 8NR
Summary
Helston Community College is a mixed secondary academy located in Helston, Cornwall, with a current enrolment of 1,326 pupils and a capacity of 1,712. The college prides itself on being an inclusive environment where students feel proud and happy to attend. According to the latest Ofsted report, the school maintains a "Good" rating, highlighting the supportive atmosphere created by dedicated staff and a wide range of extracurricular activities, particularly in sports, music, and the arts.
The curriculum at Helston Community College offers a diverse selection of subjects from Year 7 to Year 9, allowing students to build a solid foundation for their GCSE choices. In Key Stage 4 and the sixth form, a variety of vocational and academic courses are available to cater to different student aspirations. The school places a strong emphasis on supporting students with special educational needs, ensuring that appropriate strategies are in place to meet their requirements.
The college also focuses on academic preparation, particularly for Year 11 students, who participate in mock exams and extended revision sessions to enhance their exam techniques. This structured approach to learning and support reflects the college's commitment to fostering both academic success and personal development within the community.
The curriculum at Helston Community College offers a diverse selection of subjects from Year 7 to Year 9, allowing students to build a solid foundation for their GCSE choices. In Key Stage 4 and the sixth form, a variety of vocational and academic courses are available to cater to different student aspirations. The school places a strong emphasis on supporting students with special educational needs, ensuring that appropriate strategies are in place to meet their requirements.
The college also focuses on academic preparation, particularly for Year 11 students, who participate in mock exams and extended revision sessions to enhance their exam techniques. This structured approach to learning and support reflects the college's commitment to fostering both academic success and personal development within the community.
Useful links
- Message to parents sent 05.09.24 (sen)
- SEND Information (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Events (calendar)
- PTFA Upcoming Events (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Admissions Policy 2026 2027 - Consultation (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Uniform Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Mullion School (74.4)
- Helston Community College (69.5)
- Mullion School (52.4)
Key details
- LA
- Cornwall
- Age range
- 0 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- TRURO & PENWITH ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 1712
- Pupils
- 1326
- Boys
- 653
- Girls
- 673
- FSM %
- 20.50
- Open date
- 2017-06-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-11-10
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cornwall
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1326 | 653 | 673 | 1712 | 20.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1345 | 672 | 673 | 1712 | 19.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1342 | 682 | 660 | 1650 | 16.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1342 | 682 | 660 | 1650 | 16.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1364 | 692 | 672 | 1712 | 14.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1350 | 713 | 637 | 1712 | 11.20 |
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