Nansloe Academy, Helston
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 6 months agoReport card - no overall grade (new Ofsted framework from Sep 2024)
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
Nansloe Academy is a warm and inclusive school where pupils feel genuinely valued and listened to. The strong focus on character development means children are kind, respectful and behave well. Early years provision is particularly excellent, giving young children a flying start with confident early reading and maths skills.
Key Strengths
- Early years provision is excellent with staff delivering a carefully planned curriculum that builds children's vocabulary and early reading skills
- Pupils develop strong character and understand school values very well, showing teamwork, respect and kindness
- Personal development curriculum provides rich opportunities to learn about different cultures and beliefs
- Safeguarding culture is open and positive with all pupils feeling safe
- Attendance has improved and is now in line with national average
Areas for Improvement
- Teachers' assessment of learning in geography, history and science is not as secure as in English and mathematics
- Pupils do not consistently practise writing skills across the curriculum to apply what they have learned in English
- Leaders need to use assessment information more effectively to reinforce taught content and accelerate learning in some subjects
Safeguarding
Safeguarding standards are met - the school has an open and positive culture of safeguarding, all legal requirements are met, and pupils feel safe.
Extracurricular Activities
Clubs, trips, residential visits, creative activities, librarian roles, sports leader positions, house captain roles
Nansloe Academy is a caring and successful school where pupils thrive in a safe, inclusive environment. The school's strong values and warm culture help pupils develop good character, behaviour and learning skills.
At a Glance
17.2%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
Yes
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Primary Performance (KS2)
Academic year 2025/26KS2 Results (% meeting expected standard)
Reading has improved from 61% to 75%. Maths has improved from 64% to 75%. Writing has improved from 61% to 75%.
Class Sizes
24.6
Avg class size
29.3
Infant (KS1)
27.3
KS2
9
Total classes
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
111%
Over capacity
233 pupils
210 capacity
23 places over capacity
Area Demand Pressure - Helston
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Helston
Admissions Demand - Cornwall
Places available
6,695
Applications
4,808
Got 1st preference
95.7%
Got preferred school
99.3%
Primary admissions across Cornwall (2025/26)
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Pupil Demographics
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School Funding
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Pupil Absence2024/25
5.087%
Overall absence
10.98266%
Persistent absence
173
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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