Boscastle Community Primary School

URN: 111929 • Boscastle PL35 0AU

Overview

Name
Boscastle Community Primary School
URN
111929
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
The Camelford Co-operative Learning Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
67.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sara Haden (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01840250329
Website
Visit
Address
Fore Street, Boscastle PL35 0AU

Summary

Boscastle Community Primary School is a mixed foundation school located in the picturesque village of Boscastle, Cornwall. With a small student body of 51 pupils and a capacity of 79, the school fosters a nurturing environment where each child is valued as an individual. The school's ethos emphasizes inclusion and aims to build children's confidence, knowledge, skills, and creativity through engaging and relevant lessons.

The curriculum at Boscastle is enriched by the school's unique Wild Valley area and local landmarks, allowing students to learn through exploration of the natural world. The school actively collaborates with local artists and organizations, providing students with diverse learning experiences. Notably, Boscastle has achieved recognition in STEM education, with older students participating in competitions like the First Lego League, showcasing their skills in coding and robotics.

The school day runs from 8:40 am to 3:15 pm, offering a total of 32.5 hours of education each week. The committed staff and supportive community play a crucial role in creating a purposeful and enjoyable learning atmosphere for all students.

Key details

LA
Cornwall
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
The Camelford Co-operative Learning Trust
Capacity
79
Pupils
51
Boys
25
Girls
26
FSM %
27.50
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-03-20
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cornwall

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 51 25 26 79 27.50
2024-09-11 58 24 34 84 29.30
2023-09-11 68 32 36 84 25.00
2022-09-11 68 32 36 84 25.00
2021-09-11 67 32 35 84 22.40
2020-09-11 75 36 39 84 8.00

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