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Charlestown Primary School

Crinnis Road, Carlyon Bay, St Austell, PL25 3PB

A Good-rated primary school in St Austell where 59% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

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Pupils

387

Ages

4-11

FSM

10.0%

Capacity

420

Ofsted

Good

Oct 2024

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

76.0%

Writing

76.0%

Maths

64.0%

RWM Combined

59.0%

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About Charlestown Primary School

Charlestown Primary School is a primary school in St Austell, Cornwall. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 70 responses), 43% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 59% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 387 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Crinnis Road, St Austell, PL25 3PB | More schools in Cornwall

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Charlestown Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Oct 2024 — Good
Jan 2019 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Charlestown Primary School

What is Charlestown Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Charlestown Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

What do parents say about Charlestown Primary School?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 70 responses): 43% of parents would recommend Charlestown Primary School.

What are Charlestown Primary School's latest exam results?

Charlestown Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 59% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Charlestown Primary School located?

Charlestown Primary School is a primary school in St Austell, Cornwall (PL25 3PB).

How many pupils attend Charlestown Primary School?

Charlestown Primary School has around 387 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Charlestown Primary School with other schools?

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