Liskeard Hillfort Primary School
91%
Capacity
382
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Liskeard Hillfort Primary School
Liskeard Hillfort 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 382 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Liskeard Hillfort Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gregor Campbell, it falls under Cornwall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8845th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 115th out of 208 in Cornwall.
Liskeard Hillfort Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 67 applications for 42 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Liskeard Hillfort Primary School include Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Forest School, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Library, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Netball, Gymnastics, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.2%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, Liskeard Hillfort 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 | Old Road, Liskeard, Cornwall, PL14 6HZ |
| Headteacher | Gregor Campbell |
| Local Authority | Cornwall |
| Number of Pupils | 382 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.2% |
| School Capacity | 382 / 420 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Oct 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8845th of 13,686
Nationally
850th of 1,469
In South West
115th of 208
In Cornwall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
57%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed42
67
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Old Road, Liskeard
Cornwall, PL14 6HZ
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