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Curnow School is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Cornwall County, South West.
It has 100 students from age 3-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 6 : 1.
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I'd like to extend a warm welcome to all visitors to the Curnow School website.
This website was created to provide you with a window into school life and demonstrate the diligent efforts of our highly qualified staff team and students to support our school mission statement.
For your convenience, a copy of our school's offer and SEN information paper is provided below.
The school is spread out over two locations, with Curnow Lower School sharing a location with Illogan Primary School.
This purpose-built facility, which was finished in September 2014, provides our young learners with a setting that is accommodating to their requirements and one that will assist us in achieving our aspirational goal of inclusive learning.
The Drump Road location in Redruth continues to house Curnow Upper School, and we are hard at work developing this location to make sure it continues to fulfil the educational needs of our students and supports the delivery of our innovative and exciting curriculum.
At Curnow Upper School, we strive to be the best version of ourselves by: learning well today and every day, staying safe and healthy, having fun with our friends, anticipating tomorrow, and making the finest preparations for the future.
I hope this website gives you the information you need while highlighting some of the numerous, fascinating, and varied options that are available to our young people.
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This website was created to provide you with a window into school life and demonstrate the diligent efforts of our highly qualified staff team and students to support our school mission statement.
For your convenience, a copy of our school's offer and SEN information paper is provided below.
The school is spread out over two locations, with Curnow Lower School sharing a location with Illogan Primary School.
This purpose-built facility, which was finished in September 2014, provides our young learners with a setting that is accommodating to their requirements and one that will assist us in achieving our aspirational goal of inclusive learning.
The Drump Road location in Redruth continues to house Curnow Upper School, and we are hard at work developing this location to make sure it continues to fulfil the educational needs of our students and supports the delivery of our innovative and exciting curriculum.
At Curnow Upper School, we strive to be the best version of ourselves by: learning well today and every day, staying safe and healthy, having fun with our friends, anticipating tomorrow, and making the finest preparations for the future.
I hope this website gives you the information you need while highlighting some of the numerous, fascinating, and varied options that are available to our young people.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through | All-through |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | - | - | Outstanding |
| Age range | 3-19 | 5-16 | 4-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
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| Student teacher ratio | 6.6 | 6.3 | 5.3 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | - | 96 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 52.87% | 55.77% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.41% | 7.35% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -6.9 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -5.9 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -6.5 | Well Below Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | - | 95 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | - | 56.13% | 60.34% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 7.96% | 9.66% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | - | - |
| Writing | - | - |
| Maths | - | - |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 97 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 98 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 56.92% | 59.41% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.98% | 9.11% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -4.4 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -4.1 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -3.4 | Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 90 | 93 |
| Reading | - | 91 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | - | 51.86% | 56.23% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 7.58% | 8.14% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | - | - |
| Writing | - | - |
| Maths | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | - | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 31.02% | 32.7% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 47.18% | 45.2% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | - | 20.95% | 24.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 9.48% | 12.93% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 13.02% | 17.08% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 3.08 | 2.96 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 100% | 90.89% | 90.41% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 8 | 149 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 85.66% | 86.28% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 0% | 54.91% | 34.06% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 15.83% | 30.68% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 8.8% | 10.44% |
| Other education destinations | 100% | 6.09% | 11.12% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 3.2% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2% | 2.15% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | - | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 31.55% | 29.2% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 50.25% | 43.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | - | 26.5% | 25.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 10.88% | 11.41% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 16.53% | 16.42% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 3.25 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 83% | 89.93% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 6 | 149 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 83% | 83.79% | 84.05% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 0% | 59.14% | 33.38% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 18.03% | 31.08% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.03% | 8.48% |
| Other education destinations | 83% | 6.48% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 3.69% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.48% | 2.77% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | - | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 29.26% | 29.12% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 45.95% | 42.55% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | - | 23.55% | 24.65% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 9.21% | 11.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 14.66% | 15.92% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 3.06 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 84.61% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 7 | 160 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 78.79% | 73.89% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 59% | 28.38% |
| School sixth forms | - | 18.89% | 31.43% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 9.11% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.18% | 5.91% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.57% | 2.97% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.57% | 2.07% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | - | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 29.03% | 29.45% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 45.9% | 43.01% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | - | 23.32% | 25.18% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 12.35% | 14.63% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 13.71% | 16.18% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 100% | 90.29% | 85.18% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 11 | 166 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 83.54% | 58.14% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 61.92% | 30.59% |
| School sixth forms | - | 20.17% | 32.04% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 9.01% |
| Other education destinations | 100% | 4.5% | 5.68% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.92% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3% | 2.46% |
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Holidays 2023/24
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 23rd Oct 2023 - 27th Oct 2023 |
| Winter Holidays | 20th Dec 2023 - 3rd Jan 2024 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 12th Feb 2024 - 16th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Holidays | 29th Mar 2024 - 12th Apr 2024 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 27th May 2024 - 31st May 2024 |
| Summer Holidays | 25th Jul 2024 - 2nd Sep 2024 |
Terms Dates 2023/24
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2023 - 22nd Oct 2023 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 28th Oct 2023 - 19th Dec 2023 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2024 - 11th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Term-2 | 17th Feb 2024 - 28th Mar 2024 |
| Summer Term | 13th Apr 2024 - 26th May 2024 |
| Summer Term-2 | 1st Jun 2024 - 24th Jul 2024 |
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