Marhamchurch CofE Academy
105%
Capacity
147
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Marhamchurch CofE Academy
Marhamchurch CofE Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Cornwall community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 147 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 140 places).
Ofsted has rated Marhamchurch CofE Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Deirdre Petersen, it falls under Cornwall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 45% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11714th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 163rd out of 208 in Cornwall.
Marhamchurch CofE Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 31 applications for 15 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Marhamchurch CofE Academy include Playing Fields, Forest School, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Cricket, Tennis, as well as clubs including Science Club, Gardening, Film Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, Marhamchurch CofE 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Helebridge Road, Bude, Cornwall, EX23 0HY |
| Headteacher | Deirdre Petersen |
| Local Authority | Cornwall |
| Number of Pupils | 147 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.9% |
| School Capacity | 147 / 140 (105% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (45%)
11714th of 13,686
Nationally
1166th of 1,469
In South West
163rd of 208
In Cornwall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
45%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
11%
'23/24
45%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
31
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Helebridge Road, Bude
Cornwall, EX23 0HY
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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