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Pondhu Primary School

Penwinnick Road, St. Austell, PL25 5DS

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Pupils

161

Ages

2-11

FSM

49.7%

Capacity

240

Ofsted

Good

Apr 2023

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

58.0%

Writing

53.0%

Maths

63.0%

RWM Combined

47.0%

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About Pondhu Primary School

Pondhu Primary School is a primary school in St. Austell, Cornwall. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 47% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 161 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Penwinnick Road, St. Austell, PL25 5DS | More schools in Cornwall

Ofsted inspection history

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

Apr 2023 — School remains Good
Oct 2012 — Good (predecessor: Pondhu Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Pondhu Primary School

What is Pondhu Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Pondhu Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are Pondhu Primary School's latest exam results?

Pondhu Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 47% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Pondhu Primary School located?

Pondhu Primary School is a primary school in St. Austell, Cornwall (PL25 5DS).

How many pupils attend Pondhu Primary School?

Pondhu Primary School has around 161 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Pondhu Primary School with other schools?

View Pondhu Primary School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Cornwall.