Beacon Academy
93%
Capacity
448
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Beacon Academy
Beacon Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cornwall community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 448 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 480 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Beacon Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kaye Haywood, it falls under Cornwall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 74% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2907th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 208 in Cornwall.
Beacon Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 99 applications for 54 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 53 were first-preference applications.
Beacon Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 85% recommending the school (55 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Beacon Academy include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Dance, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Art Club, Chess, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 44.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, Beacon Academy is one of the options available in the South West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | 38 Robartes Road, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31 1JQ |
| Headteacher | Kaye Haywood |
| Local Authority | Cornwall |
| Number of Pupils | 448 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 44.1% |
| School Capacity | 448 / 480 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Mar 2025): Improved significantly
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jun 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (74%)
2907th of 13,686
Nationally
251st of 1,469
In South West
31st of 208
In Cornwall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
74%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
74%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
55 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed54
99
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
53 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Beacon Academy
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Contact Information
38 Robartes Road, Bodmin
Cornwall, PL31 1JQ
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