Camelford Community Primary School
80%
Capacity
276
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Camelford Community Primary School
Camelford Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cornwall community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 276 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 345 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Camelford Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Anne Howard, it falls under Cornwall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7623rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 97th out of 208 in Cornwall.
Camelford Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 29 applications for 23 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Camelford Community Primary School include Art Studios, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Dance, Swimming, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Chess, Choir, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.2%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, Camelford Community 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 Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Station Road, Camelford, Cornwall, PL32 9UE |
| Headteacher | Anne Howard |
| Local Authority | Cornwall |
| Number of Pupils | 276 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.2% |
| School Capacity | 276 / 345 (80% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7623rd of 13,686
Nationally
725th of 1,469
In South West
97th of 208
In Cornwall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
60%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
29
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (79% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Station Road, Camelford
Cornwall, PL32 9UE
Journey to School
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