Sithney Community Primary School
URN: 143998 • Helston TR13 0AE
Overview
- Name
- Sithney Community Primary School
- URN
- 143998
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- CROFTY EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 53.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Vicky Sanderson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01326572910
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Crowntown, Helston TR13 0AE
Summary
Sithney Community Primary School is a small, rural academy located in Helston, Cornwall, with a current enrolment of 89 pupils and a capacity of 91. The school is led by Executive Headteacher Mrs. Vicky Sanderson and Head of School Helen Neil, who emphasize a commitment to providing every child with a strong start to their educational journey. The school fosters an environment where children are valued, supported, and inspired to learn.
The curriculum at Sithney is designed to be ambitious and rich, focusing on high standards in reading, writing, and mathematics while maintaining a broad and balanced approach. The school encourages meaningful cross-curricular links and offers various class trips to enhance learning experiences. Outdoor learning and physical education are integral parts of the curriculum, with opportunities for competition and collaboration within the Multi-Academy Trust and across the county.
Sithney Community Primary School prides itself on its strong community ethos, where positive behaviour and a supportive atmosphere contribute to the academic, social, and personal achievements of all pupils. The dedicated staff work closely with families to ensure that each child's needs are met, creating a nurturing environment for growth and development.
The curriculum at Sithney is designed to be ambitious and rich, focusing on high standards in reading, writing, and mathematics while maintaining a broad and balanced approach. The school encourages meaningful cross-curricular links and offers various class trips to enhance learning experiences. Outdoor learning and physical education are integral parts of the curriculum, with opportunities for competition and collaboration within the Multi-Academy Trust and across the county.
Sithney Community Primary School prides itself on its strong community ethos, where positive behaviour and a supportive atmosphere contribute to the academic, social, and personal achievements of all pupils. The dedicated staff work closely with families to ensure that each child's needs are met, creating a nurturing environment for growth and development.
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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
- 91
- Pupils
- 89
- Boys
- 49
- Girls
- 40
- FSM %
- 15.40
- Open date
- 2017-06-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-11-01
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cornwall
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 89 | 49 | 40 | 91 | 15.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 95 | 54 | 41 | 91 | 12.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 71 | 35 | 36 | 91 | 9.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 71 | 35 | 36 | 91 | 9.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 83 | 43 | 40 | 91 | 12.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 81 | 40 | 41 | 91 | 9.90 |
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