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Bude Primary Academy - Juniors

Bude Primary Academy - Juniors

Cornwall, EX23 8DRPrimary School·Ages 7-11
GoodQuality of Ed.

83%

Capacity

225

Pupils

N/A

Demand

About Bude Primary Academy - Juniors

Bude Primary Academy - Juniors is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cornwall community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 225 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 270 places).

Ofsted has rated Bude Primary Academy - Juniors "Good", the school is led by headteacher James Pritchard, it falls under Cornwall local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 39% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12575th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 182nd out of 208 in Cornwall.

Bude Primary Academy - Juniors parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 84% recommending the school (56 responses).

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Bude Primary Academy - Juniors include Forest School, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Chapel.

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

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, Bude Primary Academy - Juniors 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 Range7 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressBroadclose Hill, Bude Primary Juniors, Bude, Cornwall, EX23 8DR
HeadteacherJames Pritchard
Local AuthorityCornwall
Number of Pupils225
Free School Meals (FSM)36.9%
School Capacity225 / 270 (83% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

25 Feb 2025
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Quality of Education

Good

Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade

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

Source: Ofsted, 18 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (39%)

12575th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 92%

1316th of 1,469

In South West

Top 90%

182nd of 208

In Cornwall

Top 88%

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

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

39%

Expected Standard

2%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 104
Expected:68%
Higher:24%
Writing
Expected:48%
Higher:2%
MathsAvg Score: 101
Expected:61%
Higher:10%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeDeclining -22%

'22/23

61%

'23/24

39%

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

Ofsted Parent View

56 responses

Would Recommend This School

84%Good
Needs Attentionbelow 70%
Bullying dealt with
21%
Concerns dealt with
68%
Strengths95%+ agree
Aware of curriculum

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

SEND Support

SEN Unit
AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageVisionLearning DifficultySEN UnitOther

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

Facilities

9
Forest SchoolLibraryPlaying FieldsSports HallGymnasiumICT SuiteMusic RoomsArt StudiosChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

10

Sports

RoundersSwimmingCricketDance

Clubs & Activities

Eco ClubGardeningBook ClubScience ClubArt ClubCoding

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Bude Primary Academy - Juniors

Bude Primary Academy - Juniors 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

01288352731www.budejuniors.org.uk

Broadclose Hill, Bude Primary Juniors, Bude

Cornwall, EX23 8DR

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Broadclose Hill, Bude Primary Juniors, Bude

Cornwall, EX23 8DR

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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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