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Braddock CofE Primary School

Braddock CofE Primary School

Cornwall, PL14 4TBPrimary School·Ages 3-11
Goodby Ofsted

130%

Capacity

109

Pupils

1.8x

Demand

About Braddock CofE Primary School

Braddock CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Cornwall community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 109 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (130% of 84 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Braddock CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Ardern, it falls under Cornwall local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 20% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13565th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 204th out of 208 in Cornwall.

Braddock CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 32 applications for 18 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.

Braddock CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (13 responses).

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Braddock CofE Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Football, Cricket, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Science Club, Gardening, Drama and 2 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, Braddock CofE Primary 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range3 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterChurch of England
AddressEast Taphouse, Liskeard, Cornwall, PL14 4TB
HeadteacherRebecca Ardern
Local AuthorityCornwall
Number of Pupils109
Free School Meals (FSM)26.0%
School Capacity109 / 84 (130% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

13 Dec 2022
View Report

Overall Effectiveness

Good

Latest inspection (13 Dec 2022): School remains Good

Improved
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Good

Source: Ofsted, 23 Jan 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (20%)

13565th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 99%

1454th of 1,469

In South West

Top 99%

204th of 208

In Cornwall

Top 98%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

20%

Expected Standard

10%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 102
Expected:50%
Higher:10%
Writing
Expected:70%
Higher:10%
MathsAvg Score: 97
Expected:20%
Higher:10%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeDeclining -23%

'22/23

43%

'23/24

20%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

Ofsted Parent View

13 responses

Would Recommend This School

100%Excellent
Needs Attentionbelow 70%
SEND support
0%
Bullying dealt with
15%
Strengths95%+ agree
Happy at schoolFeels safeWell behaved pupilsAware of curriculumChild does wellProgress updatesSubject rangeClubs & activities

Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025

SEND Support

AutismMental HealthSpeech & LanguageOther

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

Facilities

7
Outdoor PlaygroundLibraryGymnasiumSensory RoomPlaying FieldsDining HallChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

12

Sports

TennisFootballCricketRoundersCross CountryDance

Clubs & Activities

Eco ClubScience ClubGardeningDramaCodingBook Club

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

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

18

Applications

32

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio1.8x
0x1x2x3x5x+

22 families put this school as their 1st choice (69% of all applications)

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Braddock CofE Primary School

Braddock CofE Primary School 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

01579326136www.braddock.cornwall.sch.uk/

East Taphouse, Liskeard

Cornwall, PL14 4TB

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East Taphouse, Liskeard

Cornwall, PL14 4TB

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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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