Delabole Primary School
57%
Capacity
79
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Delabole Primary School
Delabole Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cornwall community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 79 pupils on roll, operating at 57% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Delabole Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Louise Kirkman, it falls under Cornwall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 40% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12538th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 180th out of 208 in Cornwall.
Delabole Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 18 applications for 9 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Delabole Primary School include Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Gymnastics, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Gardening, Book Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.8%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, Delabole 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | High Street, Delabole, Cornwall, PL33 9AL |
| Headteacher | Louise Kirkman |
| Local Authority | Cornwall |
| Number of Pupils | 79 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.8% |
| School Capacity | 79 / 139 (57% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (28 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Oct 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (40%)
12538th of 13,686
Nationally
1312th of 1,469
In South West
180th of 208
In Cornwall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
40%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
40%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed9
18
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
High Street, Delabole
Cornwall, PL33 9AL
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