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Blisland Primary Academy

Blisland Primary Academy

Cornwall, PL30 4JXPrimary School·Ages 2-11
Goodby Ofsted

82%

Capacity

49

Pupils

1.5x

Demand

About Blisland Primary Academy

Blisland Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cornwall community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 49 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 60 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Blisland Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrew Smith, it falls under Cornwall local authority.

Blisland Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 3 applications for 2 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 2 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Blisland Primary Academy include Art Studios, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Forest School, Sensory Room, Library, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Gymnastics, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Eco Club, Film Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, Blisland Primary 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range2 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressWaterloo, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL30 4JX
HeadteacherAndrew Smith
Local AuthorityCornwall
Number of Pupils49
Free School Meals (FSM)5.4%
School Capacity49 / 60 (82% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

29 Nov 2023
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Overall Effectiveness

Good

Declined
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Good

Source: Ofsted, 15 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

SEND Support

Speech & LanguageLearning Difficulty

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

8
Art StudiosDining HallGymnasiumMusic RoomsForest SchoolSensory RoomLibraryChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

10

Sports

FootballRoundersGymnasticsAthleticsNetballCricketSwimming

Clubs & Activities

GardeningEco ClubFilm Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

2

Applications

3

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio1.5x
0x1x2x3x5x+

2 families put this school as their 1st choice (67% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Blisland Primary Academy

Blisland Primary Academy has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01208850565www.blislandprimary.co.uk

Waterloo, Bodmin

Cornwall, PL30 4JX

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Waterloo, Bodmin

Cornwall, PL30 4JX

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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