Copper Valley Junior Academy

URN: 142496 • Gunnislake PL18 9NA

Overview

Name
Copper Valley Junior Academy
URN
142496
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
55.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lynn Cox (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01822832685
Website
Visit
Address
Chapel Street, Gunnislake PL18 9NA

Summary

Copper Valley Junior Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Gunnislake, Cornwall, with a current enrolment of 92 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 90. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and stimulating environment where children can develop a love for learning and succeed academically. The ethos of the academy revolves around mutual respect and inclusivity, ensuring that every child, regardless of their background or ability, has access to a rich educational experience.

The curriculum at Copper Valley is tailored to meet the diverse needs and interests of its pupils. In the Foundation Stage, the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum is followed, focusing on key areas such as communication, physical development, and personal, social, and emotional growth. As students progress to Year 1 through Year 6, the school adheres to the 2014 Primary Curriculum, covering subjects like English, mathematics, science, and the arts, with an emphasis on reading and writing through structured phonics and topic-based learning.

With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (23.90%), Copper Valley Junior Academy is dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all students. The school actively engages with the local community to enhance learning experiences and prepares children for the responsibilities of adult life through a broad and balanced curriculum.

Key details

LA
Cornwall
Age range
7 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
BRIDGE MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
90
Pupils
92
Boys
51
Girls
41
FSM %
23.90
Open date
2015-12-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-05-19
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cornwall

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 92 51 41 90 23.90
2024-09-11 13 6 7 90 38.50
2023-09-11 16 9 7 90 31.30
2022-09-11 16 9 7 90 31.30
2021-09-11 17 12 5 90 35.30
2020-09-11 24 15 9 90 40.90

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