Wadebridge Primary Academy
86%
Capacity
414
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Wadebridge Primary Academy
Wadebridge Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cornwall community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 414 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 480 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Wadebridge Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Chris Wathern, 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 6713th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 84th out of 208 in Cornwall.
Wadebridge Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 71 applications for 41 places, making it 1.7x 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), 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 Wadebridge Primary Academy include Playing Fields, Library, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Forest School, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Rounders, Cross Country, Netball, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Coding, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.5%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, Wadebridge Primary 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 | Gonvena Hill, Wadebridge, Cornwall, PL27 6BL |
| Headteacher | Chris Wathern |
| Local Authority | Cornwall |
| Number of Pupils | 414 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.5% |
| School Capacity | 414 / 480 (86% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6713th of 13,686
Nationally
633rd of 1,469
In South West
84th 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
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
63%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed41
71
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Gonvena Hill, Wadebridge
Cornwall, PL27 6BL
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