The Roseland Academy

  • Secondary
  • Academy
  • Ages 11 to 16
Ofsted: Outstanding

Tregony, Truro, TR2 5SEOpen in maps

The Roseland Academy is a secondary school in Truro for ages 11 to 16. It is one of the 295 schools in Cornwall. It ranks 1st of 3 secondary schools in Truro. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in September 2017.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 27 September 2017, report published 6 November 2017

Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Met

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What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 21 May 2024

The Roseland Academy provides pupils with an outstanding education. The trust values of kindness, responsibility and ambition are reinforced in all areas of school life. Pupils are known as individuals, each contributing to the school community. Pupils are self-motivated, curious and engaged learners. The school has high expectations for behaviour and pupils rise to meet these. The relationships between adults and pupils are warm and mutually respectful. The school ensures that pupils understand the importance of behaving well. As a result, pupils learn without disruption. The school provides an extensive range of extra-curricular activities. Pupils' impressive artwork is displayed for all to enjoy. They perform regularly in events such as 'Roseland Rocks' and school plays. There are numerous clubs of interest for all pupils such as rugby, surfing, crochet and law, as well as the Roseland Racer Greenpower Team. The school council actively contributes to the leadership of the school. They suggest improvements and run activities for other pupils. Volunteering on the school's farm is a highlight for many pupils. Pupils show great pride in their school and want to play their part in making Roseland Academy a special place to learn.

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Exam results

GCSE results (key stage 4), 2024/25

119 pupils in the year group

Attainment 8 score48.3

48.3, 2.2 above the England average of 46.1.

Grade 5 or above in English and maths45.4%

45.4%, the same as the England average.

Grade 4 or above in English and maths68.1%

68.1%, 3.3 percentage points above the England average of 64.8%.

Pupils entering the EBacc28.6%

28.6%, 11.9 percentage points below the England average of 40.5%.

EBacc average point score4.10

4.10, 0.01 above the England average of 4.09.

Pupil numbers and mix

665 pupils on roll, with places for 655

Eligible for free school meals22.7%

22.7%, 3.8 percentage points below the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language2.4%

2.4%, 19.2 percentage points below the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support15.8%

15.8%, 1 percentage points above the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan2.6%

2.6%, 3.4 percentage points below the England average of 6%.

Schools near The Roseland Academy

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
Brannel School5 milesOfsted: GoodAttainment 8: 41.6
Penair School6 milesOfsted: GoodAttainment 8: 49.1
Polwhele House School6 milesNo Ofsted inspectionNot published
Truro School6 milesNo Ofsted inspectionAttainment 8: 34.1
Truro High School7 milesNo Ofsted inspectionAttainment 8: 46.6

School details

School type
Academy converter
Sector
Academy
Trust
THE ROSELAND MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Age range
11 to 16
Gender
Mixed
Sixth form
No
Headteacher
Richard Clarke
Phone
01872530675
Website
theroseland.co.uk
Address
Tregony, Truro, TR2 5SE
Local authority
Cornwall
URN
136572

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.