Wadebridge Primary Academy
URN: 137366 • Wadebridge PL27 6BL
Overview
- Name
- Wadebridge Primary Academy
- URN
- 137366
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- BRIDGE MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 57.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Chris Wathern (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01208814560
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Gonvena Hill, Wadebridge PL27 6BL
Summary
Wadebridge Primary Academy is a mixed primary school located in Wadebridge, Cornwall, with a current enrolment of 414 pupils and a capacity of 480. As an academy converter, the school aims to provide a rich and supportive learning environment that fosters a love of learning and mutual respect among students. The school is committed to catering to the diverse needs and interests of its pupils, ensuring that all children have access to a broad and balanced curriculum.
The curriculum at Wadebridge Primary Academy is tailored to prepare students for future opportunities and responsibilities. It follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework in the Foundation Stage and the 2014 Primary Curriculum for Years 1 to 6. The school places a strong emphasis on reading, writing, and mathematics, employing a structured phonics programme and a topic-based approach to writing that engages students and provides real-world context.
Wadebridge Primary Academy values inclusivity and recognises that children learn in various ways. The school actively develops strategies to support different learning styles, ensuring that every child can thrive academically and personally. With a focus on creativity and deeper learning, the academy aims to empower students to excel in their educational journey.
The curriculum at Wadebridge Primary Academy is tailored to prepare students for future opportunities and responsibilities. It follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework in the Foundation Stage and the 2014 Primary Curriculum for Years 1 to 6. The school places a strong emphasis on reading, writing, and mathematics, employing a structured phonics programme and a topic-based approach to writing that engages students and provides real-world context.
Wadebridge Primary Academy values inclusivity and recognises that children learn in various ways. The school actively develops strategies to support different learning styles, ensuring that every child can thrive academically and personally. With a focus on creativity and deeper learning, the academy aims to empower students to excel in their educational journey.
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Nearby alternatives
- St Breock Primary School (60.2)
- Trevisker Community Primary School (60.2)
- St Issey Church of England Primary School (59.9)
- Trevisker Primary School (58.2)
- St Minver School (56.4)
Key details
- LA
- Cornwall
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- BRIDGE MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 480
- Pupils
- 414
- Boys
- 220
- Girls
- 194
- FSM %
- 26.50
- Open date
- 2011-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-04-19
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cornwall
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 414 | 220 | 194 | 480 | 26.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 446 | 230 | 216 | 480 | 24.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 419 | 200 | 219 | 480 | 20.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 419 | 200 | 219 | 480 | 20.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 439 | 211 | 228 | 480 | 16.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 424 | 205 | 219 | 480 | 10.40 |
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