Berrycoombe School
93%
Capacity
210
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Berrycoombe School
Berrycoombe School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cornwall community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 210 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 226 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Berrycoombe School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Craig Robertson, it falls under Cornwall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9783rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 138th out of 208 in Cornwall.
Berrycoombe School is a popular choice with families — it received 34 applications for 18 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Berrycoombe School include Library, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Netball, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Science Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, Berrycoombe School 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Berrycoombe Vale, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31 2PH |
| Headteacher | Craig Robertson |
| Local Authority | Cornwall |
| Number of Pupils | 210 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.9% |
| School Capacity | 210 / 226 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Oct 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9783rd of 13,686
Nationally
960th of 1,469
In South West
138th of 208
In Cornwall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
54%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed18
34
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Berrycoombe Vale, Bodmin
Cornwall, PL31 2PH
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