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The Cornwall Independent School

Hayle, Cornwall, South West · TR27 4HY

With just 77 pupils, The Cornwall Independent School in Hayle offers an unusually intimate setting where individual attention is built into the day-to-day. This mixed, non-denominational independent school takes pupils from age 11 and runs its own entrance assessment for those joining at this stage. Led by Head Miss Louise Adams and inspected by the ISI, it is a school where families seeking a small, personal environment over a large institution are likely to feel at home.

77

Pupils

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Overview & data

Gender
Mixed
Type
independent (fee-paying) school
Pupils
77
Location
Hayle, Cornwall, South West
Website
www.tcischool.co.uk

Entrance & admissions

Entry age
11

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Headteacher

Head Miss Louise Adams

Latest results

Attainment 8

55.5

National average 46.9

GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)

50%

National average 47%

Teaching & academics

Results sit comfortably above the national picture. The school's average Attainment 8 score of 55.5 outperforms the national average of 46.9 by a clear margin, and half of pupils achieve grade 5 or above in English and Maths, slightly ahead of the 47% seen nationally. Teaching is geared towards GCSE qualifications, and the small cohort means progress can be tracked closely.

Sixth form

Qualifications offered

GCSE

Ethos & heritage

Religious character
None
Boarding
No

Inspection reports

The last word

A small independent school in Hayle with results that punch above their size. Best suited to families who value close attention and a tight-knit community.

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The Cornwall Independent School 11+: frequently asked questions

Where is The Cornwall Independent School located?

The Cornwall Independent School is located at 14 Trelissick Road, Hayle, TR27 4HY.

What type of school is The Cornwall Independent School?

The Cornwall Independent School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South West.

How many pupils attend The Cornwall Independent School?

The Cornwall Independent School has approximately 77 pupils on roll.

Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.