Cape Cornwall School
URN: 146325 • Penzance TR19 7JX
Overview
- Name
- Cape Cornwall School
- URN
- 146325
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- TRURO & PENWITH ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 45.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jon Hall (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01736788501
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Cape Cornwall Street, Penzance TR19 7JX
Summary
Cape Cornwall School is a mixed secondary academy located in Penzance, Cornwall, with a current enrolment of 284 students and a capacity of 600. The school aims to provide a supportive and empowering environment, encouraging students to achieve their full potential. With a focus on individual growth, Cape Cornwall School fosters a sense of community and belonging among its pupils.
The curriculum at Cape Cornwall School is designed to cater to a diverse range of learning needs, ensuring that all students have access to a broad and balanced education. The school places a strong emphasis on academic achievement while also promoting personal development and well-being. Approximately 33.80% of students are eligible for free school meals, reflecting the school's commitment to supporting all families in the community.
Parents can find more information about the school's ethos and educational offerings by visiting their website. The school’s prospectus outlines its vision and the various opportunities available to students, reinforcing its dedication to nurturing a positive and inclusive learning environment.
The curriculum at Cape Cornwall School is designed to cater to a diverse range of learning needs, ensuring that all students have access to a broad and balanced education. The school places a strong emphasis on academic achievement while also promoting personal development and well-being. Approximately 33.80% of students are eligible for free school meals, reflecting the school's commitment to supporting all families in the community.
Parents can find more information about the school's ethos and educational offerings by visiting their website. The school’s prospectus outlines its vision and the various opportunities available to students, reinforcing its dedication to nurturing a positive and inclusive learning environment.
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Nearby alternatives
- Mounts Bay Academy (54.3)
- Humphry Davy School (50.9)
- Mounts Bay School (45.2)
- Penwith Sixth Form College (37.5)
- Cape Cornwall School (33.3)
Key details
- LA
- Cornwall
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- TRURO & PENWITH ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 600
- Pupils
- 284
- Boys
- 138
- Girls
- 146
- FSM %
- 33.80
- Open date
- 2018-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-01-18
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cornwall
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 284 | 138 | 146 | 600 | 33.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 269 | 137 | 132 | 600 | 31.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 235 | 128 | 107 | 600 | 31.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 235 | 128 | 107 | 31.50 | |
| 2021-09-11 | 250 | 140 | 110 | 26.00 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 265 | 140 | 125 | 21.50 |
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