Boyton Community Primary School, Launceston

In its own words: "At Boyton Primary School, we believe that a happy child is a successful one. We are committed to providing a positive, nurturing and stimulating environment for children to learn, where all are valued. We intend that all children should enjoy their learning, maximise their potential and become independent lifelong learners."

From the headteacher's welcome: "We are a fantastic rural primary school, located in a village on the outskirts of Launceston. We currently have two classes. However, although a small school, we are passionate in providing a rich, inspiring and aspirational education to all, in a nurturing environment where children truly are at the heart of every decision made."

In 2025, 38% of Year 6 pupils at Boyton Community Primary School reached the expected standard in reading and 25% in maths. At the average state primary the figures were 76% and 73% in Cornwall and 77% and 75% across England.

Results fell from 50% in reading and 33% in maths in 2024.

With small year groups, a few pupils can move these figures by several points.

For September 2026 entry, 2 families put Boyton Community Primary School as their first choice and 3 named it as one of their preferences, for 2 places offered. That is one first choice for every place. Every family who put it first was offered a place there for 2026 entry.

The nearest other state primary schools to Boyton Community Primary School are Werrington Community Primary School (2.7 miles, Good, 27% reading, 27% maths); St Giles-on-the-Heath Community School (3.1 miles, Good, 64% reading, 71% maths); North Petherwin School (3.1 miles, Good, 100% reading, 43% maths); and St Stephens Community Academy (4.3 miles, Good, 64% reading, 64% maths).

Boyton Community Primary School's 2025 results were higher than 1 of these 4 schools.

Boyton Community Primary School is one of 11 schools run by An Daras Multi Academy Trust, an academy trust.

Across the trust's primary schools, 46% of Year 6 pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths in 2024/25.

14 parents answered Ofsted's Parent View survey about Boyton Community Primary School (as of September 2025): 93% would recommend the school, 93% say their child is happy there and 86% of those with a view say bullying is dealt with well.

The strongest agreement was that their child feels safe (100%); the weakest, that the school has high expectations for their child (71%).

39.3% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, well above the average state school (25%), and 0% speak English as an additional language, against 18.8% on average, according to the 2026 school census.

In 2026, 5 pupils (17.9%) received SEN support and 2 (7.1%) had an education, health and care plan, against 16.2% and 4.6% at the average state school. The most common need among them is social, emotional and mental health needs.

Boyton Community Primary School had 4 teachers in 2026, one for every 8 pupils: more teachers per pupil than a typical primary school, at about one for every 20.

There is no railway, tram or Underground station within about three miles of Boyton Community Primary School.

In August 2026, police recorded 2 crimes within a mile of the school, most often violence and sexual offences. That is well below the typical figure around schools in Cornwall (14).

In 2024/25, Boyton Community Primary School issued 1 suspension, 3.2 for every 100 pupils (the average state school: 6.3), and no permanent exclusions.