Trewirgie Infants' School
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 3-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Trewirgie Road Redruth Cornwall TR15 2SZ |
| Reference Number | 136881 |
Trewirgie Infants’ School has made significant improvements since its last inspection, demonstrating strong leadership and a commitment to enhancing the quality of education for its pupils. The school now offers an ambitious curriculum that engages students and fosters high expectations for their success. Pupils report feeling safe and happy in a supportive environment, where behavior is well-managed and instances of bullying are rare. Parents appreciate the school’s role in the community and value the emphasis placed on their children's Cornish identity.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 287 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 57.14%
Girls: 42.86% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 22.5% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 9.8% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 27.4 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 26.6 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 40 | 38 | 78 |
| 2 | 48 | 42 | 90 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 86.1% |
| African | 6.6% |
| White, Other | 1.4% |
| Indian | 1% |
| Mixed, Other | 1% |
| Asian, Other | 1% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.7% |
| Chinese | 0.7% |
| Unclassified | 0.3% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.3% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 07 Mar 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 07 Mar 2023 | School inspection: |
| 12 Mar 2019 | Full inspection: |
| 10 Oct 2018 | Short inspection |
| 04 Mar 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 14 Feb 2012 | Academy conversion letter |
| 09 Jan 2012 | Interim assessment |
| 13 May 2009 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Trewirgie Infant School | |
| 13 May 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 27 Jun 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 27 Jun 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 25 Sep 2000 | Full inspection |
| 25 Sep 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Effective transformational leadership with a clear vision.
- Ambitious and engaging curriculum that excites pupils.
- Strong focus on developing reading skills from an early age.
- Consistent and effective behavior management strategies.
- Support for pupils with SEND to help them progress.
- Strong early years provision with significant progress in children's development.
Areas for Improvement
- Need for teachers to adapt learning more closely to pupils' prior knowledge.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 43 | 3 |
| Third Preference | 22 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Trewirgie Junior School
Falmouth Road, Wyndhan, Redruth, Cornwall, TR15 2QN |
0.06 miles |
|
Pennoweth Primary School
Drump Road, Redruth, Cornwall, TR15 1NA |
0.54 miles |
|
Treleigh Community Primary School
Treleigh, Redruth, Cornwall, TR16 4AY |
1.27 miles |
|
Treloweth Community Primary School
Higher Broadlane, Redruth, Cornwall, TR15 3JL |
1.32 miles |
|
Lanner Primary School
Lanmoor Estate, Lanner, Redruth, Cornwall, TR16 6AZ |
1.65 miles |
|
Pencoys Primary School
Loscombe Road, Four Lanes, Redruth, Cornwall, TR16 6RB |
1.78 miles |
|
St Day and Carharrack Community School
School Hill, Burnwithian, St Day, Redruth, Cornwall, TR16 5LG |
2.06 miles |
|
Illogan School
Churchtown, Illogan, Churchtown, Illogan, Redruth, Cornwall, TR16 4SW |
2.33 miles |
|
Roskear Primary & Nursery School
Roskear, Camborne, Cornwall, TR14 8DJ |
2.78 miles |
|
Rosemellin Community Primary School
Cliff View Road, Camborne, Cornwall, TR14 8PG |
2.85 miles |
|
Portreath Community Primary School
Penberthy Road, Portreath, Redruth, Cornwall, TR16 4LU |
3.16 miles |
|
Troon Community Primary School
New Road, Troon, Camborne, Cornwall, TR14 9ED |
3.2 miles |
|
St John's Catholic Primary School, Camborne
Trevu Road, Camborne, Cornwall, TR14 7AE |
3.21 miles |
|
Trevithick Learning Academy
Mount Pleasant Road, Camborne, Cornwall, TR14 7RH |
3.45 miles |
|
Stithians Community Primary School
Church Road, Stithians, Truro, Cornwall, TR3 7DH |
3.52 miles |
|
Camborne Nursery School
The Glebe, Camborne, TR14 7DT |
3.52 miles |
|
Weeth Community Primary School
Holman Avenue, Camborne, Cornwall, TR14 7GA |
3.52 miles |
|
Blackwater Community Primary School
North Hill, Blackwater, Truro, Cornwall, TR4 8ES |
3.56 miles |
|
St Meriadoc CofE Infant Academy
Rectory Road, Camborne, Cornwall, TR14 7DW |
3.56 miles |
|
Chacewater Community Primary School
Church Hill, Chacewater, Truro, Cornwall, TR4 8PZ |
3.61 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Redruth School
Tolgus Vean, Redruth, Cornwall, TR15 1TA |
0.54 miles |
|
Curnow School
Drump Road, Redruth, TR15 1LU |
0.58 miles |
|
Cardrew Court School
Cardrew Industrial Estate, Cardrew Way, Redruth, Cornwall, TR15 1SS |
1.07 miles |
|
Pool Academy
Church Road, Pool, Redruth, Cornwall, TR15 3PZ |
1.87 miles |
|
Three Bridges
Kea Downs Road, Blackwater, Truro, Cornwall, TR4 8EG |
3.77 miles |
|
Camborne Science and International Academy
Cranberry Road, Camborne, Cornwall, TR14 7PP |
3.84 miles |