Copper Valley Infant and Nursery Academy
URN: 142038 • Gunnislake PL18 9EN
Overview
- Name
- Copper Valley Infant and Nursery Academy
- URN
- 142038
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- 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
- 58.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lynn Cox (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01822832550
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Drakewalls, Gunnislake PL18 9EN
Summary
Copper Valley Infant and Nursery Academy, located in Gunnislake, Cornwall, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 81 pupils, well below its capacity of 240. The school is dedicated to creating a supportive and stimulating environment where children can develop a love of learning and succeed academically. The ethos of the academy emphasizes mutual respect and the importance of tailoring the curriculum to meet the diverse needs and interests of its pupils.
The academy follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum for its youngest learners, focusing on key areas such as communication, physical development, and personal, social, and emotional growth. As children progress to Year 1 and beyond, the curriculum expands to include subjects such as English, mathematics, science, and the arts, ensuring a broad and balanced educational experience. The school employs a creative approach to learning, incorporating various teaching strategies to cater to different learning styles.
Copper Valley Infant and Nursery Academy prioritizes foundational skills in reading, writing, and mathematics, with a structured phonics programme in place for early learners. The school fosters a community spirit and encourages parental involvement, aiming to prepare students for future educational opportunities and responsibilities.
The academy follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum for its youngest learners, focusing on key areas such as communication, physical development, and personal, social, and emotional growth. As children progress to Year 1 and beyond, the curriculum expands to include subjects such as English, mathematics, science, and the arts, ensuring a broad and balanced educational experience. The school employs a creative approach to learning, incorporating various teaching strategies to cater to different learning styles.
Copper Valley Infant and Nursery Academy prioritizes foundational skills in reading, writing, and mathematics, with a structured phonics programme in place for early learners. The school fosters a community spirit and encourages parental involvement, aiming to prepare students for future educational opportunities and responsibilities.
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Nearby alternatives
- Copper Valley Junior Academy (55.2)
- Delaware Community Primary School (45.2)
- Gunnislake Primary School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Cornwall
- Age range
- 2 - 7
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- BRIDGE MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 240
- Pupils
- 81
- Boys
- 40
- Girls
- 41
- FSM %
- 11.80
- Open date
- 2015-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2018-09-26
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cornwall
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 81 | 40 | 41 | 240 | 11.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 159 | 87 | 72 | 240 | 18.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 188 | 102 | 86 | 240 | 14.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 188 | 102 | 86 | 240 | 14.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 172 | 90 | 82 | 240 | 19.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 180 | 101 | 79 | 240 | 11.30 |
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