Dobwalls Community Primary School
94%
Capacity
195
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Dobwalls Community Primary School
Dobwalls Community 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 195 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 207 places).
Ofsted has rated Dobwalls Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kathryn Pipe, it falls under Cornwall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10141st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 143rd out of 208 in Cornwall.
Dobwalls Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 51 applications for 26 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dobwalls Community Primary School include Art Studios, Library, Playing Fields, Forest School, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cricket, Football, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Science Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, Dobwalls 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Duloe Road, Liskeard, Cornwall, PL14 4LU |
| Headteacher | Kathryn Pipe |
| Local Authority | Cornwall |
| Number of Pupils | 195 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.5% |
| School Capacity | 195 / 207 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10141st of 13,686
Nationally
994th of 1,469
In South West
143rd of 208
In Cornwall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
52%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed26
51
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dobwalls Community Primary School
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Contact Information
Duloe Road, Liskeard
Cornwall, PL14 4LU
Journey to School
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