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Reception intake only

Our academy is admitting new Reception, Year 1 and Year 2, year 3 & year 4 pupils only. We are able to offer 30 places in our Reception class. Growing our school year-by-year from Reception will ensure we can provide an outstanding education for every year group from entry. At Newquay Primary Academy our core aim is to provide a safe, happy and challenging learning environment where every child can experience success.  
 
Reception places 2026

We are delighted to announce that our academy tours for families with children starting school in September 2026 will be taking place this term. These visits provide a wonderful opportunity to see our academy in action, meet the staff and explore the learning environment.

If you would like to attend, please contact the academy office to book a place on one of the available dates.

Dates of tours: 
 
Wednesday 15th October at 10.45am 
Thursday 16th October at 1.30pm
Thursday 6th November at 10.45am 
Wednesday 12th November at10.45am 
Wednesday 12th November at 5pm 
Friday 14th November at 1.30pm
Tuesday 18th November at 6pm 
Wednesday 19th November at 10.45am 
Friday 21st November at 10.45am 
 

Closing date for applications

The deadline for Reception class applications for September 2026 is 15th January 2026.

Offers will be made in April 2026.

Admission arrangements

Our admission arrangements – including over-subscription criteria should we receive more applications than we have places available – are detailed in our admissions policy which can be downloaded below.
How to apply

If you wish to apply for a place for your child in our Reception class, you will need to complete Cornwall Council’s common application form. Further information can be viewed on the admissions pages of Cornwall Council’s website. Click on the image below.