Is Probus Primary School a good school?

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Where is Probus Primary School located?

Probus Primary School is located in Truro, Cornwall, South West, TR2 4LE.

What age range does Probus Primary School serve?

Probus Primary School serves students aged 2 to 11.

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Probus Primary School — Ofsted Rating, Results & School Data

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About Probus Primary School

Probus Primary School is a primary academy in Truro, South West. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this academy and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.

In terms of academic performance, Probus Primary School has 70% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.

The school has 104 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 0.0%, 9% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 5.5%.

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OfstedRequires Improvement · 2025KS2 expected70%Attendance94.5%

Profile completeness: 5 of 8 data domains · Good coverage

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Solid54% data coverage

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Latest government data shown is for the 2024/25 academic year; some figures cover earlier years.

Is it a fit?

What kind of school is Probus Primary School?

The practical facts that decide whether a school suits your family — at a glance.

Ages: 2–11
Intake: Co-ed
Admissions: Non-selective (state)
Character: Non-faith
Size: 104 pupils
SEN support: 18% of pupils

Likely a good fit for

Solid primary foundations — 70% reach the expected standard in reading, writing & maths.
Pupils who need extra support — 18% are on SEN support, above the typical share (~13%).

Based on the latest government data. Every child is different — use this as a starting point, not a verdict.

The area around this school

Environment score: 76/100

Excellent surroundings

Air quality95/100

Transport access15/100

Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

Key Stage 2 Results at Probus Primary School

At Probus Primary School, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.

83% met the expected standard in reading and 73% in maths.

Attendance at Probus Primary School

Probus Primary School has an overall absence rate of 5.5%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at Probus Primary School

The teacher turnover rate at Probus Primary School is 0.0%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

Demographics at Probus Primary School

Probus Primary School has 104 pupils on roll.

9% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

18% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Probus Primary School Ofsted Rating: Requires Improvement

Probus Primary School was rated "Requires Improvement" by Ofsted following an inspection in February 2025. Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Probus Primary School is next inspection expected around 2027.

A "Requires Improvement" rating means Ofsted identified areas where the school needs to improve. The school will typically be reinspected within around two years.

Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Probus Primary School's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.

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