2026 Best Secondary Schools in Penzance Area

Penzance secondary schools serve the far west of Cornwall, with 3 schools providing education across the town and surrounding communities. Humphry Davy School, Mounts Bay Academy, and Cape Cornwall School are all rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted, with 100% of schools achieving these ratings compared to 86% nationally. Families across Heamoor, Penzance town centre, and Newlyn have access to well-established local schools, while Cape Cornwall School serves the wider St Just area. The schools benefit from strong community ties and the area's distinctive coastal setting. Use the map view to explore the schools and see which serve your neighbourhood.