Jacobstow Community Academy
89%
Capacity
93
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Jacobstow Community Academy
Jacobstow Community Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cornwall community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 93 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 105 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Jacobstow Community Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Michelle Jones, it falls under Cornwall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9031st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 123rd out of 208 in Cornwall.
Jacobstow Community Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 14 applications for 9 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
Jacobstow Community Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 73% recommending the school (22 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Jacobstow Community Academy include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Forest School, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Netball, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Gardening, Drama, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, Jacobstow Community Academy 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 | Jacobstow, Bude, Cornwall, EX23 0BR |
| Headteacher | Michelle Jones |
| Local Authority | Cornwall |
| Number of Pupils | 93 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.0% |
| School Capacity | 93 / 105 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jul 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9031st of 13,686
Nationally
872nd of 1,469
In South West
123rd of 208
In Cornwall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
42%
'23/24
56%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
22 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed9
14
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (64% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Jacobstow, Bude
Cornwall, EX23 0BR
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