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Schools in TR18

A postcode district in Cornwall

  • Postcode district
  • 12 schools and nurseries

In short: TR18 is a postcode district in Cornwall with 7 primary schools, 3 secondary schools and 3 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries127 primary · 3 secondary · 3 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in TR18

Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.

All TR18 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in TR18

7 in TR18, best first

Gulval School

Penzance, TR18 3BJ · Academy · Primary · Ages 2 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

32 first choices, 30 offers made

Met the standard at 1175%

England 62%

Days missed
5.2%
Pupils
223
Pupils per teacher
23.9
View school Gulval School

Alverton Primary School

Penzance, TR18 4QD · Academy · Primary · Ages 2 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good in every area

Results well above the England average.

33 first choices, 37 offers made

Met the standard at 1177%

England 62%

Days missed
5.6%
Pupils
386
Pupils per teacher
23.6
View school Alverton Primary School

Newlyn School

Penzance, TR18 5QA · Academy · Primary · Ages 5 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

23 first choices, 23 offers made

Met the standard at 1178%

England 62%

Days missed
6.1%
Pupils
152
Pupils per teacher
19.2
View school Newlyn School

Top Secondary Schools in TR18

3 in TR18, best first

Humphry Davy School

Penzance, TR18 2TG · State · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Results below the England average.

164 first choices, 166 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1641.7

England 46.2

Days missed
10.5%
Pupils
740
Pupils per teacher
14.9
View school Humphry Davy School

Mounts Bay Academy

Penzance, TR18 3JT · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Needs attention in 2 areas

Results close to the England average.

116 first choices, 119 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1644.1

England 46.2

Days missed
9.3%
Pupils
922
Pupils per teacher
18.4
View school Mounts Bay Academy

Nurseries in TR18

3 in TR18, highest Ofsted grade first

Skylar

Penzance, TR18 3PE · Nursery

  • Ofsted:Expected standard in every area

Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.

View school Skylar
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Every school in TR18, on one map

Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.

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Heamoor Community Primary School, Needs attention in 6 areasSt Mary's CofE Primary School, Penzance, GoodHumphry Davy School, GoodMounts Bay Academy, Needs attention in 2 areasPenwith Alternative Provision Academy, Good in every areaSt Mary's Catholic School, Penzance, GoodGulval School, GoodAlverton Primary School, Good in every areaNewlyn School, GoodSkylar, Expected standard in every areaWillows Educare, GoodBolitho Nursery, Outstanding
  • Outstanding1
  • Good6
  • Not graded yet5
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.

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What's on offer for each age

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Living here

What it's like for families

TR18 has 12 schools and nurseries.

Dates to know

Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.

  • 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
  • 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
  • 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
  • 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.

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Questions

Questions parents ask about TR18

How many schools are in TR18?

TR18 has 12 schools, including 7 primary schools, 3 secondary schools, 3 nurseries. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in TR18?

The highest-ranked schools in TR18 on Eduscope are Gulval School, Alverton Primary School, Newlyn School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.

How do I choose the right school in TR18?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 12 schools in TR18 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.

Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.

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