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Kennall Vale School Catchment Area

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

Kennall Vale School is a academy converter primary school in Truro, Cornwall , serving pupils aged 5–11, with 130 pupils, and a capacity of 119 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

5–11

Age range

130

Pupils

119

Capacity

109%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2012

Kennall Vale School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Kennall Vale School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Cornwall. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 130 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 119 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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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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Kennall Vale School — School Information

Full address
Park Crescent, Ponsanooth, Truro, TR3 7HY
Local authority
Cornwall
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
5–11 years
Free school meals
9.2% of pupils
DfE URN
143873

Other Primary Schools in Truro

If Kennall Vale School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Truro are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Kennall Vale School

Is Kennall Vale School oversubscribed?

Yes — Kennall Vale School currently has 130 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 119 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Kennall Vale School?

Admission to Kennall Vale 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 Kennall Vale School cover?

Kennall Vale School is a primary school in Truro, Cornwall, serving pupils aged 5–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Kennall Vale School?

Kennall Vale School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.