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Best Boarding Schools in Cornwall

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    Pencalenick School

    Pencalenick School is a co-educational boarding school located in St Clement, South West. With a strong focus on providing quality education and care, the school boasts a low student-teacher ratio of 7:1 and specializes in catering to students with various learning difficulties. The dedicated staff, under the leadership of Mr Gary Oak, ensure that pupils are well-cared for and provided with a safe learning environment. With good overall effectiveness and high expectations from trustees, Pencalenick School is committed to helping students develop academically and emotionally.
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  • The Five Islands Academy

    The Five Islands Academy is a Church of England all-through school located in Old Town, St Mary's. With a student-teacher ratio of 9:1, the school provides personalized attention to each student. It offers boarding facilities and has a nursery for children aged 3-16. The school prides itself on its inclusive environment, with 10.4% of students receiving SEN support. With a small school size of 285, parents can expect a close-knit community where their child's individual needs are met.
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  • Truro School

    Truro School is a co-ed Methodist secondary boarding school located in Truro, South West. Founded in 1980, it offers a comprehensive curriculum with a strong focus on academic achievement, arts, sports, and technology. With a student population of 834, the school provides a nurturing environment that promotes values such as integrity and respect for others. Truro School also offers various scholarships, discounts, and financial support options. With an SEN support rate of 18.2%, the school emphasizes inclusivity and caters to the diverse needs of its students. Its excellent exam results, including an average A-level points score of 41.57, make it an ideal choice for parents seeking a well-rounded education for their children.
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  • Truro High School

    Truro High School is an all-through Anglican girls' school located in Truro, South West. With a history dating back to 1880, the school offers a customised, joyful, all-around education for girls aged 3-18. With a strong focus on academic excellence, the school provides top-notch instruction and has achieved impressive exam results, including an average EBacc point score of 4.62 at KS4 and 14.30% of A-level students achieving AAB or higher. The school also values diversity and offers a range of scholarships and support options, making it an ideal choice for parents seeking a well-rounded education for their daughters.
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  • Cornwall College

    Cornwall College is a co-ed school located in St Austell, South West England. With a strong focus on personal development and high-quality education, the school offers a 16 Plus (Sixth Form) phase of education for students aged 16-99 years. Under the leadership of Mr John Evans, Cornwall College has received a 'Good' rating in all areas by Ofsted, including the provision for learners with high needs and adult learning programmes. The school also offers boarding facilities and boasts a positive boarding name, 'College / FE residential accommodation'. In the 2019 A-level exams, the school achieved a commendable 4.20% of students achieving AAB or higher, with an average points score of 29.24 for the best 3 subjects.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Cornwall has 5 boarding schools that serve 1,551 students for the school year 2023/24.

There are 2 private schools that offer boarding in Cornwall.
Average fee is £4,233.50.

Yes, there is 1 girl boarding school.
Truro High School is one of the best boarding schools for girls.

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