Admissions
We’re a lively, thriving school, and we pride ourselves on offering the very best for our students. We cater for children and young people aged 11-16 who live in Penryn and the surrounding villages of Constantine, Flushing, Mabe, Mawnan Smith, Mylor, Perranwell and Ponsanooth. Students also join us from Falmouth and other outlying villages and towns.
Our PAN (published admission number) for each year group is 210, but the occupational capacity is slightly different for each one.
We have a great range of resources that help us meet the needs of students and the community; for example, through a partnership with the university, we were able to build a six badminton court-size sports hall, and have the latest generation synthetic turf pitch.
As a Year 7 student, finding your way around a big school on the first day of the new term can be an ordeal. That’s why we make the transition from primary to senior school as smooth as possible. Every year, our students and teachers visit primary schools to introduce themselves and work with pupils on a variety of fun-filled learning activities. We host induction evenings where parents/carers and children can explore the school and meet with tutors. Other events include an Induction Week for Year 5 & 6 pupils and an Intake Day for Year 6 students every July, with plenty of challenging activities for everyone.
Our unique relationship with surrounding primary schools – known as the ‘Penryn Partnership’ – helps primary children settle in at the school whilst adjusting to their new environment.
Admissions Information
School Admissions are managed by Cornwall Council's Admissions Department, visit their website for information.
Check the designated school for your address, via the link below, by using the “Map Layers” tool, tick the box next to the “Education” group and “Secondary school designated areas", this will make the appropriate layer visible.
Contact the Cornwall Council School Admissions Team: School Admissions Team, New County Hall, Truro, TR1 3AY
Tel: 0300 123 4101 Email: schooladmissions@cornwall.gov.uk
Our Admissions Policy: please refer to our Admissions Policy here on our Policies page.
Explore Penryn College
Prospective parents and carers are encouraged to contact us via admissions@penryn-college.cornwall.sch.uk or telephone 01326 372379 for guidance, insights into the school and current vacancies. We gladly offer school tours by arrangement.
Register to attend our Open Evening here ...
Please book your slot to hear our presentations and attend our Day Time Tours. When you submit this form, it will not automatically collect your details like name and email address unless you provide it yourself. Alternatively email admissions@penryn-college.cornwall.sch.uk to book a place.