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Best 3 Secondary schools in St Austell – comparison

Comparison of secondary schools: Penrice Academy (Secondary) in St Austell; Poltair School (Secondary) in St Austell; Brannel School (Secondary) in St Austell — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Penrice Academy, Poltair School and Brannel School. They are secondary phase and academy converter and academy sponsor led type located around St Austell, Cornwall. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Penrice Academy), published Apr 2014. The lowest is 2 (Poltair School), published Apr 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Poltair School (Apr 2024). average roll around ≈ 1,100, combined total ≈ 3,250, typical FSM 25–30%, range 20–25%–30–35%; all within the CORNWALL EDUCATION LEARNING TRUST trust.

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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
Poltair School
PL25 4BZ
Phase / Type
Secondary • Academy sponsor led
Location
St Austell
Cornwall
PL25 4BZ
Ofsted
2 24 Apr 2024
Pupils
≈ 900 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
30–35% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
CORNWALL EDUCATION LEARNING TRUST
Website
www.poltairschool.co.uk
Telephone
01726874520
Brannel School
PL26 7RN
Phase / Type
Secondary • Academy sponsor led
Location
St Austell
Cornwall
PL26 7RN
Ofsted
2 26 May 2022
Pupils
≈ 950 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
30–35% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
CORNWALL EDUCATION LEARNING TRUST
Website
www.brannel.com
Telephone
01726822485
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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.
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