The short version
Average SATs results. At capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2012).
- SATs results are broadly in line with the national average, with 62% meeting the expected standard
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2012
- The school is at capacity (99% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
62%
0.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
3%
-5.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
107
+1.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
104
-1.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
103
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 10 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
10% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
1% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 22 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 11 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 36 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 4–11
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 414
- Capacity
- 99%
- FSM
- 7.7%
Governance
- Local authority
- Isle of Wight
- Head
- Mrs Clemma Yardley (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
7 official reports linked on this page, including 6 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Baring Road, Cowes, Isle of Wight, PO31 8DS
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
What is Gurnard Primary School's Ofsted rating?
Gurnard Primary School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in February 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Gurnard Primary School?
Gurnard Primary School currently has 414 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Gurnard Primary School take?
Gurnard Primary School caters for pupils aged 4 to 11. It is classified as a primary school.
Where is Gurnard Primary School?
Gurnard Primary School is in Cowes, PO31 8DS, in the Isle of Wight local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Gurnard Primary School have a sixth form?
No, Gurnard Primary School does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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