St Kew Academy
102%
Capacity
86
Pupils
4.3x
Demand
About St Kew Academy
St Kew Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cornwall community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 86 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 84 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Kew Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Robert Bradley, it falls under Cornwall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6585th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 82nd out of 208 in Cornwall.
St Kew Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 30 applications for 7 places, making it 4.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 7 were first-preference applications.
St Kew Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (29 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 St Kew Academy include Art Studios, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Dance, Tennis, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Film Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, St Kew 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | St Kew, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL30 3ER |
| Headteacher | Robert Bradley |
| Local Authority | Cornwall |
| Number of Pupils | 86 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.1% |
| School Capacity | 86 / 84 (102% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Jan 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (7 Jan 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Sept 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6585th of 13,686
Nationally
618th of 1,469
In South West
82nd of 208
In Cornwall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
63%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
29 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
2025/26Oversubscribed7
30
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
7 families put this school as their 1st choice (23% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Kew Academy
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Contact Information
St Kew, Bodmin
Cornwall, PL30 3ER
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