Port Isaac Academy
| Type | Primary / Academy sponsor led |
| Age Range | 3-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Mayfield Road Port Isaac Cornwall PL29 3RT |
| Phone | 01208880494 |
| Reference Number | 149681 |
Port Isaac Academy is navigating a challenging period of change after joining the Cornwall Education Learning Trust. The school has shown notable strengths in safeguarding, early years education, and fostering positive relationships among staff and pupils, contributing to a welcoming environment. However, significant areas require attention, particularly in curriculum delivery and support for pupils with special educational needs. While leaders have a clear vision for improvement, the impact of new initiatives has yet to fully materialize in terms of pupil knowledge and skills.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 53 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 45.28%
Girls: 54.72% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 24.5% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 0% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 12.7 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| 2 | 2 | 6 | 8 |
| 3 | 2 | 4 | 6 |
| 4 | 3 | 6 | 9 |
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 10 |
| 6 | 4 | 1 | 5 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 86.8% |
| Unclassified | 13.2% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Needs attention |
| > Leadership & Governance | Needs attention |
| > Personal Development & Wellbeing | Expected standard |
| > Achievement | Needs attention |
| > Attendance & Behaviour | Expected standard |
| > Curriculum & Teaching | Needs attention |
| > Inclusion | Needs attention |
| > Early Years | Expected standard |
| Last Report Date | 21 Apr 2026 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 21 Apr 2026 | School inspection |
Strengths
- A strong safeguarding culture where pupils feel safe.
- High expectations for pupil behavior leading to a calm learning environment.
- Effective support for early years education promoting engagement and independence.
- Strong phonics outcomes and improvements in writing for younger pupils.
- Positive relationships between staff and pupils enhancing the sense of community.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent curriculum delivery leading to varying pupil outcomes.
- Some pupils struggle to retain knowledge and apply it effectively.
- Insufficient support for older pupils struggling with writing.
- Variable support for pupils with special educational needs affecting their learning progress.
- Some subjects in the curriculum are still developing, limiting comprehensive learning.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 3 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 1 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
St Kew Academy
St Kew, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL30 3ER |
2.5 miles |
|
St Teath Community Primary School
North Road, St. Teath, BODMIN, Cornwall, PL30 3JX |
3.91 miles |
|
St Minver School
Rock Road, St Minver, Wadebridge, Cornwall, PL27 6QD |
3.98 miles |
|
Delabole Primary School
High Street, Delabole, Cornwall, PL33 9AL |
4.63 miles |
|
Wadebridge Primary Academy
Gonvena Hill, Wadebridge, Cornwall, PL27 6BL |
4.72 miles |
|
St Tudy CofE Primary School
St Tudy, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL30 3NH |
4.81 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Wadebridge School
Gonvena Hill, Wadebridge, Cornwall, PL27 6BU |
4.72 miles |