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Gorran School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Gorran School is a community primary school in St Austell, Cornwall , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 95 pupils, and a capacity of 105 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

95

Pupils

105

Capacity

90%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Gorran School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Gorran School is set by Cornwall and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 90% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Cornwall before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Gorran School — School Information

Full address
St Austell, PL26 6LH
Local authority
Cornwall
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
8.4% of pupils
DfE URN
111882

Other Primary Schools in St Austell

If Gorran School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in St Austell are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Gorran School

Is Gorran School oversubscribed?

Gorran School is operating close to its capacity of 105 places (90% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Gorran School?

Admission to Gorran School is managed by Cornwall. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Gorran School cover?

Gorran School is a primary school in St Austell, Cornwall, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Gorran School?

Gorran School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.