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St Nicolas' CofE VA School, Downderry

Full Ofsted Report Good 105 pupils Mixed Primary Cornwall www.st-nicolas.cornwall.sch.uk Google Map Street View Last updated: Jul 2025

St Nicolas' CofE VA School, Downderry is a primary located in Cornwall, PL11 3LF. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 3 to 11. It currently has approximately 105 pupils on roll.

St Nicolas' CofE VA School, Downderry is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy sponsor led. It provides nursery classes for early years children. It is part of the Diocese of Truro diocese.

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School Information

Phase of Education: Primary

School Type: Academy sponsor led

Gender: Mixed

Ages Taught: 3 to 11

Boarding: No boarders

Nursery Provision: Has Nursery Classes

Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form

Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Rural village

Religious Diocese: Diocese of Truro

Local Authority: Cornwall

Enrollment & Capacity

School Capacity: 105

Number of Pupils: 105

Number of Boys: 43

Number of Girls: 62

Special Classes Code: 0

Percentage on Free School Meals: 7.6

Last Changed Date: 2025-05-16

Inspection Report Summary

About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.

Overall Effectiveness: Good

Category of Concern: N/A

Quality of Education: Good

Behaviour & Attitudes: Outstanding

Personal Development: Outstanding

Leadership & Management: Good

Early Years Provision: Outstanding

Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated

Safeguarding Effective: Yes

Inspection Date: 2024-09-24

Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website

Contact

Headteacher: Gardiner

Phone: 01503250565

Website: www.st-nicolas.cornwall.sch.uk/

Location: Downderry

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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.

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      Frequently Asked Questions about St Nicolas' CofE VA School, Downderry

      What is the Ofsted rating of St Nicolas' CofE VA School, Downderry?

      St Nicolas' CofE VA School, Downderry has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.

      What ages does St Nicolas' CofE VA School, Downderry admit?

      St Nicolas' CofE VA School, Downderry admits pupils from age 3 to 11.

      Is St Nicolas' CofE VA School, Downderry a boys', girls', or mixed school?

      St Nicolas' CofE VA School, Downderry is a mixed school.

      What type of school is St Nicolas' CofE VA School, Downderry?

      St Nicolas' CofE VA School, Downderry is a academy sponsor led offering primary education.

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