Boskenwyn Community Primary School
Boskenwyn, Near Gweek, Helston, TR13 0NGOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Boskenwyn Community Primary School is a primary school in Helston for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 295 schools in Cornwall. It ranks 192nd of 209 primary schools in Cornwall. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in November 2022.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 2 November 2022, report published 15 December 2022
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 2 November 2022
The headteacher and staff have created a warm, welcoming school. Pupils and their parents appreciate the care and concern staff have for them. One parent summed up the feelings of many by stating, 'When my son started at this school, he was met with love.' Leaders have designed a curriculum that encourages pupils to become curious, independent learners. Leaders encourage teachers to be innovative and creative in teaching the curriculum. Pupils respond well to this and talk enthusiastically about their learning. Pupils' personal development has a high priority in the school. Staff value and nurture the individuality of each pupil. There are high expectations for pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Behaviour at the school is calm and orderly. In class, pupils are attentive and there is rarely any disruption. During playtimes, pupils enjoy being with their friends and show care for each other while playing. Relationships between adults and pupils are highly positive and respectful. Pupils feel safe at school because staff look after them well. Pupils are confident that any adult they speak to will take their concerns seriously. Bullying is not seen as a something pupils worry about at this school.
What the school should improve
- Some subject leaders have not checked carefully enough whether the curriculum is put in place as intended. As a result, there are inconsistencies in the teaching of the curriculum, and pupils' misconceptions are not routinely identified. Senior leaders should ensure that subject leaders evaluate the implementation of the curriculum to ensure consistency throughout the school.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
15 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
102 pupils on roll, with places for 104
Schools near Boskenwyn Community Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Michael's Church of England Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 53% met the expected standard |
| Wendron Church of England Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good to outstanding | 60% met the expected standard |
| Parc Eglos School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Requires improvement | 49% met the expected standard |
| Nansloe Academy | 2 miles | Report card: Expected standard to strong standard | 63% met the expected standard |
| Trannack Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 13% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Foundation school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Trust
- The Helston and Lizard Peninsula Trust
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Miss Paula Blackburn
- Phone
- 01326572618
- Address
- Boskenwyn, Near Gweek, Helston, TR13 0NG
- Local authority
- Cornwall
- URN
- 111826
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.