Budehaven Community School

URN: 112045 • Bude EX23 8DQ

Overview

Name
Budehaven Community School
URN
112045
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
The Bude Communities' Schools' Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
75.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Dominic Wilkes (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01288353271
Website
Visit
Address
Valley Road, Bude EX23 8DQ

Summary

Budehaven Community School is a mixed foundation school located in Bude, Cornwall, catering to students aged 11 to 19. The school prides itself on being fully comprehensive and inclusive, fostering an environment built on the principles of Care, Enjoyment, and Opportunities. With a current enrolment of 1,140 pupils, Budehaven aims to uphold high standards of behaviour and academic achievement, as evidenced by its recent 'Good' rating from Ofsted.

The curriculum is designed to provide a well-rounded education, with a strong emphasis on linking knowledge across subjects. Key Stage 3 prepares students effectively for their GCSEs and A Levels, with many progressing to prestigious universities, including Oxbridge and Russell Group institutions. The school also boasts a successful Sixth Form, ranking in the top 20% of providers nationally.

Budehaven fosters a strong sense of community, offering excellent facilities for sports, arts, and health support. The school actively engages with local families through events and exhibitions, celebrating the talents and achievements of its students while promoting a culture of generosity and collaboration.

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Key details

LA
Cornwall
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
The Bude Communities' Schools' Trust
Capacity
1304
Pupils
1140
Boys
576
Girls
564
FSM %
23.70
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-05-01
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cornwall

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1140 576 564 1304 23.70
2024-09-11 1139 564 575 1325 21.40
2023-09-11 1215 585 630 1325 15.50
2022-09-11 1215 585 630 1325 15.50
2021-09-11 1169 580 589 1325 15.10
2020-09-11 1149 580 569 1325 13.30

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