Best 3 Secondary schools in Cornwall – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of secondary schools: The Roseland Academy (Secondary) in Truro; Penrice Academy (Secondary) in St Austell; Budehaven Community School (Secondary) in Bude — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares The Roseland Academy, Penrice Academy and Budehaven Community School. They are secondary phase and academy converter and foundation school type located around Truro, Cornwall, St Austell, Cornwall and Bude, Cornwall. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (The Roseland Academy), published Nov 2017. The lowest is 2 (Budehaven Community School), published May 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Budehaven Community School (May 2024). average roll around ≈ 1,100, combined total ≈ 3,200, typical FSM 20–25%, range 20–25%–20–25%; spread across trusts such as The Roseland Multi Academy Trust and CORNWALL EDUCATION LEARNING TRUST.

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Attribute	The Roseland Academy TR2 5SE	Penrice Academy PL25 3NR	Budehaven Community School EX23 8DQ
Phase / Type	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Foundation school
Location	Truro Cornwall TR2 5SE	St Austell Cornwall PL25 3NR	Bude Cornwall EX23 8DQ
Latest Ofsted	1 6 Nov 2017	1 2 Apr 2014	2 20 May 2024
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 650 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,400 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,150 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	20–25% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	20–25% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	20–25% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	655	1440	1304
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Non-selective	Non-selective	Non-selective
Trust / Local authority	The Roseland Multi Academy Trust	CORNWALL EDUCATION LEARNING TRUST	Cornwall (908)
Website	www.theroseland.co.uk	www.penriceacademy.org	www.budehaven.cornwall.sch.uk
Telephone	01872530675	0172672163	01288353271
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

The Roseland Academy

TR2 5SE

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Truro
Cornwall
TR2 5SE
Ofsted: 1 6 Nov 2017
Pupils: ≈ 650 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 20–25% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: The Roseland Multi Academy Trust
Website: www.theroseland.co.uk
Telephone: 01872530675

Penrice Academy

PL25 3NR

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: St Austell
Cornwall
PL25 3NR
Ofsted: 1 2 Apr 2014
Pupils: ≈ 1,400 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 20–25% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: CORNWALL EDUCATION LEARNING TRUST
Website: www.penriceacademy.org
Telephone: 0172672163

Budehaven Community School

EX23 8DQ

Phase / Type: Secondary • Foundation school
Location: Bude
Cornwall
EX23 8DQ
Ofsted: 2 20 May 2024
Pupils: ≈ 1,150 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 20–25% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Cornwall (908)
Website: www.budehaven.cornwall.sch.uk
Telephone: 01288353271

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.