Blisland Primary Academy
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 Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Waterloo, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL30 4JX |
| Headteacher | Andrew Smith |
| Local Authority | Cornwall |
| Number of Pupils | 49 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.4% |
| School Capacity | 49 / 60 (82% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed2
3
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
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.
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Contact Information
Waterloo, Bodmin
Cornwall, PL30 4JX
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