Blisland Primary Academy
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 2-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Waterloo Blisland Bodmin Cornwall PL30 4JX |
| Phone | 01208850565 |
| Reference Number | 145519 |
Blisland Primary Academy is performing well overall, achieving a 'Good' rating across all inspection areas. The school has undergone significant changes since becoming an academy in 2018 and has shown strong progress in its educational offerings, supported by the Bridge Multi-Academy Trust. The leadership team, including the headteacher and the trust, have worked collaboratively to reverse a previous decline in standards, leading to a harmonious learning environment where pupils engage positively and display good behaviour. Although there are some highlights in the curriculum, particularly in reading and personal development, challenges remain in ensuring comprehensive subject knowledge in certain areas and addressing parental concerns regarding the provision for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 49 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 51.02%
Girls: 48.98% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 5.4% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 0% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 16.3 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 21 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 | 1 | 5 |
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| 3 | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| 4 | 4 | 1 | 5 |
| 5 | 4 | 3 | 7 |
| 6 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 100% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 29 Nov 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 29 Nov 2023 | School inspection: |
| 03 Mar 2018 | Academy conversion letter |
| 01 Dec 2011 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Blisland Community Primary School | |
| 01 Dec 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 27 Jan 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 27 Jan 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 08 Nov 2005 | Full inspection: |
| 08 Nov 2005 | Full inspection: |
| 18 Sep 2000 | Full inspection |
| 18 Sep 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- High expectations of staff are evident in pupil performance.
- Positive attitudes to learning fostered among pupils.
- Strong support for pupils with SEND, promoting their progress.
- Effective curriculum planning that meets the needs of students.
- Reading prioritised with a well-structured curriculum.
- Pupils participate in a variety of extracurricular activities.
- Good collaboration with the trust to improve school standards.
Areas for Improvement
- Learning sequences in some subjects are too focused on specific knowledge rather than skills.
- Inconsistent parental confidence in the SEND provision.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 0 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 1 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Cardinham School
Cardinham, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL30 4BN |
2.61 miles |
|
St Breward Community Primary School
St Breward, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL30 4LX |
2.67 miles |
|
St Tudy CofE Primary School
St Tudy, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL30 3NH |
3.34 miles |
|
St Mabyn CofE School
St Mabyn, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL30 3BQ |
4.04 miles |
|
St Petroc's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Athelstan Park, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31 1DS |
4.39 miles |
|
Beacon Academy
38 Robartes Road, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31 1JQ |
4.46 miles |
|
Berrycoombe School
Berrycoombe Vale, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31 2PH |
4.48 miles |
|
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Bodmin
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Barn Lane,Bodmin, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31 1LW |
4.57 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Callywith College
Old Callywith Road, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31 2GT |
3.7 miles |
|
Bosvena School
Turfdown Road, Glynn, Bodmin, PL30 4EW |
4.58 miles |
|
Bodmin College
Lostwithiel Road, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31 1DD |
4.8 miles |