Best Primary Schools in Cornwall 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 235 schools across Cornwall. Updated with 2025–26 data.

235

Total schools

Outstanding

11%

Outstanding rate

60.6%

Avg KS2 SATs

41.6

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Gorran School Primary	Outstanding	82	View school
🥈	Egloskerry Primary School Primary	Good	80	View school
🥉	Penponds School Primary	Outstanding	77	View school
4.	Halwin School Primary	Good	76	View school
5.	Upton Cross Academy Primary	Good	76	View school
6.	Sir Robert Geffery's Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School Primary	Outstanding	75	View school
7.	Trythall Community Primary School Primary	Good	74	View school
8.	St Day and Carharrack Community School Primary	Good	74	View school
9.	Nancledra School Primary	Good	74	View school
10.	Summercourt Academy Primary	Outstanding	73	View school
11.	Mevagissey Community Primary School Primary	Good	73	View school
12.	Mount Hawke Academy Primary	Outstanding	73	View school
13.	St Dominic CofE Primary School Primary	Good	73	View school
14.	St Levan Primary School Primary	Good	73	View school
15.	Lewannick Community Primary School Primary	Good	73	View school
16.	Trevithick Learning Academy Primary	Outstanding	72	View school
17.	Otterham Community Primary School Primary	Good	71	View school
18.	St Cleer Primary Academy Primary	Outstanding	71	View school
19.	Lanivet Community Primary School Primary	Good	71	View school
20.	Constantine Primary School Primary	Good	71	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary schools are there in Cornwall?

There are 235 primary schools in Cornwall, of which 25 (11%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Cornwall?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Cornwall is Gorran School. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Cornwall?

Primary and secondary school applications in Cornwall are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Cornwall council website for application forms and deadlines.

What is the average Ofsted rating in Cornwall?

11% of primary schools in Cornwall are rated Outstanding and 70% are rated Good. 76.4% are rated Good or Outstanding.

Data sourced from Ofsted, Department for Education, and ISI. School rankings reflect the Schools Near Me composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance, and pupil-teacher ratios. Last updated April 2026.