St Piran's School, Hayle, is an independent, co-educational day school for children aged between three and thirteen years.
It is housed in an early Victorian house with recent extensions that offer accommodation for approximately 50 children in five classes. The school was founded in 1988 and the number of pupils on role has steadily increased.
Although much of St Piran's philosophy is based on traditional values, standards and beliefs, new techniques and modern equipment help its young pupils to meet the challenge of life in a rapidly changing world. Here a happy and structured start creates an attitude receptive to learning and establishes a firm foundation for future achievements.
Classes are small with a maximum of twelve children to ensure full individual education. The close-knit community has a warm, 'friendly' atmosphere which fosters care, understanding and encouragement of each child's aptitudes, talents and needs. High academic and social standards are expected and achieved.
As well as all National Curriculum subjects, French is included from an early age and there are a variety of extra-curricular activities to encourage developing skills. Hobbies such as lace-making, guitar, gymnastics, stamp-collecting, modelling and computer awareness are part of the weekly time-table.
The school has its own small field for a variety of sporting activities and all the children attend weekly swimming lessons at a local pool. Instrumental tuition is available on many instruments and the choir takes part in local music festivals as well as visiting hospitals and homes in the area. There are a number of musical performances for parents to attend during the year.
There is an active 'Friends' association that organises fund-raising events to help purchase extra resources for the school. To date these have included library books, sports' equipment, computers and programs.
The school is committed to remaining small to encourage and support individual development and help each child become a confident, well-mannered and knowledgeable member of society.
This is a 'happy' but disciplined 'family' school where children enjoy a wide and active curriculum.
