St Kew Academy
Bodmin, PL30 3ER · Cornwall · primary school
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116th of 218 primary schools in Cornwall we can score, 236 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 3,685 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.1/10 among them, against 3.7/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 50.0 · 19 | 40% | 0.76 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Kew Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 50.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 10.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2025. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.1 out of 10 among them, against 3.7 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 81 pupils against a stated capacity of 84. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the curriculum support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child in Year 6?
What Ofsted said about St Kew Academy
Overview
St Kew Academy has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The school is described as an inclusive and welcoming environment where pupils feel safe, conduct themselves well, and are proud to attend. Leaders prioritise both learning and personal development, ensuring pupils are well prepared for their next steps.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from a strong focus on reading, with a consistently well-delivered phonics programme that helps them become "fluent and confident readers."
- The curriculum effectively links subjects, such as connecting literature with geography, and early years children develop numeracy through "carefully planned activities."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) access the same curriculum as their peers with appropriate support, allowing them to "enjoy their learning and achieve well."
- The school fosters high expectations for behaviour, with pupils showing kindness and interacting sensibly, contributing to a positive "family feel" among staff.
- Pupils have opportunities to broaden their horizons through trips and take on responsibilities, such as leading tours or acting as sports leaders.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, work does not always meet the aims of the intended curriculum, and tasks lack sufficient adaptation for pupils’ different starting points, hindering knowledge building.
- Records of behavioural incidents lack meaningful detail, preventing the school and trust from having a clear oversight of behavioural trends and patterns.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 63% |
| 2024/25 | 50% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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