Admissions and Open Day Information For 2020

Introduction

Catchment areas

The Application Process

 

We know that this could be a particularly anxious time for families of Year 6 pupils who are not only facing changes in their school life and, in most cases, returning after an extended period away from formal education but also looking forward to their move to the secondary stage.  This can also, of course, be an exciting time and a chance to think into the future as well as having a boost in confidence that comes from being the oldest in their current school.

Due to the ongoing pandemic, many schools are having to adjust their normal open days and evening events as well as family visits to school.  Each school will have their own arrangements which may be amended over time and so we strongly recommend that you keep up-to-date with any schools that you are interested in by visiting their individual websites, social media or contacting them directly.

There are other resources available that can help you and your family come to the right decision. Go to www.compare-school-performance.service.gov.uk to find the Progress 8 scores - this score shows how much progress pupils at a school make between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. On the website you’ll also find league tables, statistics and the Ofsted rating for individual schools.

To find an Ofsted inspection report about an individual state maintained school visit https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk.  For independent schools, inspection reports can be found on the Independent Schools Inspectorate website by visiting www.isi.net.

 

Catchment Areas

Although most pupils end up applying to the school in their catchment area, there are some schools that do not operate designated areas and have a slightly different admissions policy. So, it is worth checking the admissions policy on each school’s website for further information. If you are considering applying to a local independent school, it will have its own separate admissions procedure.

Catchment Areas in Cornwall: Designated areas have been pre-determined by Cornwall Council. To find the designated school for your area visit www.cornwall.gov.uk – and search for school admissions – designated areas.

Applying to a School out of Catchment Area: You’ll be asked to list up to 3 state schools in order of preference on your application form. Whether a place is offered will depend on the school’s admission process and if places are available. For most schools in Cornwall, there is an admissions priority for children who live in the school’s catchment area.

Applying to schools outside Cornwall

If you live on the border of Cornwall, near Plymouth or Devon for example, and want to apply to a school outside Cornwall, you will need to make an application via the school admissions team at Cornwall County Council. Simply specify your school of preference on your application form. The deadline date for application submissions of 31 October 2019 is the same in each local authority.

 

The Application Process

Submit your application for a primary or secondary school place online. An email receipt will confirm that the application has been received. Online applications can be changed right up to midnight on the closing date.

Cornwall Council Applications:

Primary, Infant and Junior School Applications:

The online system will be available until 15 January 2021.

Secondary School Applications:

The online system will be available until 31 October 2020.

Cornwall Contacts:

Allocation Days

The dates when school places are officially confirmed are:

1 March 2021– Secondary Schools

16 April 2021 – Primary Schools

 

School information

Camborne Science & International Academy

2020 has been another excellent year for one of Cornwall’s most popular, highly regarded and successful secondary schools. Camborne Science and International Academy is consistently one of the top performing state secondary schools in Cornwall, attracting discerning families from a wide geographical area.

The VI Form Academy in 2019 had a 100% pass rate at A-level for the fifth year running with progress made by students in the top 10% of the country. All students that wanted to attend university secured a place with over a third to prestigious Russell Group Universities.

Nexus is home to the Gifted STEM and Nexus Liberal Arts programmes, which give Year 7-11 students the opportunity to deepen and broaden their understanding and knowledge through a bespoke curriculum, specially designed for the most able;
students learn in a highly academic environment that provides an intellectual grounding and privileges critical thinking. This extends into the VI Form, with the Cornwall School of Maths and Science (CSMS) - part of CSIA’s VI Form Academy - offering specialist teaching and enrichment for the most ambitious A-level students in Cornwall.


With an inspiring and established international programme, CSIA offers life-changing experiences for students from all backgrounds, giving them the opportunity to collaborate with top schools from across the world. CSIA encourages all students to develop their global network through a diverse range of enriching experiences.

Learning to be Extraordinary at Camborne Science and International Academy.

For details call 01209 712280 or visit https://www.cambornescience.co.uk/

 

Truro School

Truro School is delighted to announce the appointment of Andy Johnson as Head.

Andy, joins from St Dunstan’s College, where he was Deputy Head (Academic) since 2015. Prior to that he was the founding Deputy Head of the London Academy of Excellence. He joined LAE from Westminster School, where he had worked for eleven years, including as a Housemaster. His experience and leadership spans independent and state sectors, day and boarding, through schools and Sixth Form settings.

Of becoming the next Head of Truro School, Andy says: “It is a delight and a privilege to have the opportunity to join and lead this successful and happy community. The warmth already shown to me and my family has been inspiring, and the potential of our School and the individuals within it is tremendously exciting. The more I learn about the children, staff and wider community, the more I look forward to serving them as Head.”

Prospective parents are invited to meet Andy during the school’s virtual Open Week which takes place 28 September – 3 October. For more information, please visit www.truroschool.com/admissions

 

Redruth School

Redruth School offers a warm and welcoming environment for all students and a curriculum, which is challenging, inspiring and encouraging. Students are able to discover new skills and talents when taking part in extracurricular activities, community events, sporting events and science and technology challenges. At Redruth School, they believe in promoting healthy and happy relationships. They support students by developing positive attitudes and resourceful natures to create strong and resilient individuals, who are capable and motivated, both now and in the future.

Traditional values and contemporary teaching at Redruth School means that every student receives a welcome into a community focused learning environment. Consistently high standards in teaching and learning create an atmosphere of trust and respect between students and teachers enhancing a culture of discipline and good behaviour.

Their students have demonstrated commitment and determination over the recent lockdown period and they have been impressed by their positive attitudes in continuing with timetabled lessons from home. In addition, they have taken part in online-based sporting events, charity work within the community and cooking meals for their families.

In their recent parent survey, their parents/carers graded the school as either Excellent or Good, the feedback was overwhelmingly positive. For more information and news about the school, please visit our website, www.redruth.cornwall.sch.uk

 

Further education

Truro and Penwith College

Truro and Penwith College is celebrating another fantastic year of university level results.

The TEF-Gold rated university centre at the College has seen excellent results from its higher education students, despite them having to overcome challenges posed by the covid-19 lockdown. The continual on-line delivery of all university level programmes enabled students to complete courses using online assessments.

Students achieved strong results with 79% of degree top-up graduates achieving a first or 2:1 and over 100 students graduating successfully at Foundation Degree level.

In the 2020 National Student Survey results, the College has been ranked in the top five Higher Education providers in Cornwall and Devon for overall course satisfaction for the third year in a row. Over 85% of students are satisfied with the teaching, learning opportunities and academic support.

Rachel Young, from St Merryn, received a First Class Honours degree in BSc (Hons) Applied Computer Technologies.

 “I’m over the moon,” Rachel said. “I’ve made such good friends and the lecturers are really nice. You build such a family bond with everyone”.

Rachel has already started to apply for roles within Cornwall in front end web development and software testing.

It’s not too late to apply for career focussed University Courses starting in September 2020. For more information about support available or how to apply visit www.truro-penwith.ac.uk/university or call 01872 267061.




 

 

 

 

 

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