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St Nicolas' CofE VA School, Downderry
Goodgraded 09/07/2024Ages 3–11109 pupilsChurch of England
St Nicolas' CofE VA School, Downderry is a primary school for pupils aged 3 to 11 in Torpoint, within the Cornwall local authority. It has a Church of England religious character. The school has around 109 pupils on roll. At its most recent graded Ofsted inspection in 09/07/2024, St Nicolas' CofE VA School, Downderry was judged Good. Families comparing primary schools in Torpoint can view St Nicolas' CofE VA School, Downderry's Ofsted rating, pupil numbers and exact location free on NestScope.
Ofsted — sub-judgements
Quality of educationGood
Behaviour & attitudesOutstanding
Personal developmentOutstanding
Leadership & managementGood
Last inspected 09/07/2024
Attendance & staffing
Attendance94.2%England avg 94.5%
Persistent absence17.6%England avg 14.3%
Pupils per teacher25.0England avg 20.9
Teachers with QTS100%England avg 98%
DfE — absence & workforce, 2025/26
Pupil intake
Free school meals8.3%England avg 24.0%
English not first language0.0%England avg 18.8%
DfE school census, 2025/26