Mullion Primary School

  • Primary
  • Academy
  • Ages 5 to 11
Ofsted judgements: Good

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Mullion Primary School is a primary school in Helston for ages 5 to 11. It is one of the 295 schools in Cornwall. It ranks 175th of 209 primary schools in Cornwall. Its latest Ofsted inspection, in June 2025, graded each key judgement and gave no overall Ofsted rating.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 24 June 2025, report published 21 July 2025

This inspection graded each key judgement and gave no overall effectiveness grade.

Quality of education
Good
Behaviour and attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership and management
Good
Early years provision
Good
Safeguarding
Met

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 24 June 2025

Pupils embody the six school values of curiosity, respect, determination, resilience, creativity and kindness. An atmosphere of calmness pervades the school. Pupils move around the school in an orderly manner. Since the previous inspection, the school has raised its expectations and made positive changes to improve the quality of education. As a result, outcomes for pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), have improved. Pupils learn and achieve well. Pupils recognise the potential dangers of the internet. They know not to share personal information online and to report any concerns to an adult. Visitors to the school help pupils learn about water safety or recognise the signs of bullying. Incidences of bullying are now rare, and pupils feel safe. Pupils develop their talents and interests through a wide range of clubs. These include running with the headteacher, cricket and netball. Volunteers from the local community support pupils to grow vegetables in the school grounds. Residential visits help pupils to build their resilience and independence. Experiences such as surfing in Newquay and sleeping with the sharks in Plymouth, broaden pupils' experiences.

What the school should improve

  • At times, teaching does not identify pupils' misconceptions. This means that sometimes pupils misunderstand aspects of what they are learning. The school and trust should ensure that staff have the knowledge and expertise to address misconceptions swiftly and effectively.

Exam results

SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25

28 pupils took the tests

Expected standard in reading, writing and maths46%

46%, 16 percentage points below the England average of 62%.

Higher standard in reading, writing and maths4%

4%, 4 percentage points below the England average of 8%.

Reading, average scaled score102

102, 4 below the England average of 106.

Maths, average scaled score100

100, 5 below the England average of 105.

Grammar, punctuation and spelling, average scaled score100

100, 5 below the England average of 105.

Pupil numbers and mix

132 pupils on roll, with places for 162

Eligible for free school meals16.7%

16.7%, 9.8 percentage points below the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language0%

0%, 21.6 percentage points below the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support14.4%

14.4%, 0.4 percentage points below the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan2.3%

2.3%, 3.7 percentage points below the England average of 6%.

Schools near Mullion Primary School

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
Grade-Ruan CofE Primary School3 milesOfsted: Requires improvement36% met the expected standard
Garras Community Primary School4 milesReport card: Expected standard67% met the expected standard
Landewednack Community Primary School4 milesReport card: Expected standard to strong standard71% met the expected standard
Nansloe Academy5 milesReport card: Expected standard to strong standard63% met the expected standard
St Michael's Church of England Primary School5 milesOfsted: Good53% met the expected standard

School details

School type
Academy converter
Sector
Academy
Trust
TRURO & PENWITH ACADEMY TRUST
Age range
5 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Nursery classes
No
Headteacher
Mrs Ellie Watkins
Address
Willis Vean, Mullion, Helston, TR12 7DF
Local authority
Cornwall
URN
143992

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.