Biscovey Nursery and Infants' Academy
78%
Capacity
149
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Biscovey Nursery and Infants' Academy
Biscovey Nursery and Infants' Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cornwall community, welcoming children from age 2 to 7. The school has 149 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Biscovey Nursery and Infants' Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Katie Bullock, it falls under Cornwall local authority.
Biscovey Nursery and Infants' Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 74 applications for 52 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 50 were first-preference applications.
Biscovey Nursery and Infants' Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (43 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder, Other Difficulty/Disability. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Biscovey Nursery and Infants' Academy include Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Forest School, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Swimming, Dance, as well as clubs including Film Club, Book Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, Biscovey Nursery and Infants' 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 | 2 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Lamellyn Road, Par, Cornwall, PL24 2DB |
| Headteacher | Katie Bullock |
| Local Authority | Cornwall |
| Number of Pupils | 149 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.9% |
| School Capacity | 149 / 190 (78% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Dec 2024): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 27 Mar 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
43 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed52
74
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
50 families put this school as their 1st choice (68% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Lamellyn Road, Par
Cornwall, PL24 2DB
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