Beacon Academy
URN: 142958 • Bodmin PL31 1JQ
Overview
- Name
- Beacon Academy
- URN
- 142958
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- KERNOW LEARNING MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Kaye Haywood (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
- Telephone
- 0120872773
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 38 Robartes Road, Bodmin PL31 1JQ
Summary
Beacon Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Bodmin, Cornwall, with a current enrolment of 448 pupils and a capacity for 480. The school operates under the Kernow Learning trust and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment for all students. With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (44.10%), the academy focuses on addressing the diverse needs of its community.
The school’s admissions are managed by Cornwall Council, and parents can find detailed information on the application process through the council's website. Beacon Academy also offers support for families who may need assistance with applications or have language barriers, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to enroll and succeed.
In alignment with its commitment to equality, Beacon Academy adheres to the principles of the Single Equalities Act 2010, promoting diversity and preventing discrimination within its educational practices. The school aims to create a nurturing atmosphere where all students can thrive academically and socially. For more information, parents can visit the school's official website.
The school’s admissions are managed by Cornwall Council, and parents can find detailed information on the application process through the council's website. Beacon Academy also offers support for families who may need assistance with applications or have language barriers, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to enroll and succeed.
In alignment with its commitment to equality, Beacon Academy adheres to the principles of the Single Equalities Act 2010, promoting diversity and preventing discrimination within its educational practices. The school aims to create a nurturing atmosphere where all students can thrive academically and socially. For more information, parents can visit the school's official website.
Useful links
- Visit Kernow Learing Trust (other)
- Juniper Websites (other)
- Accessibility Statement (other)
- High Visibility (other)
- Visit Nursery (other)
- Facebook (other)
- MyEd App (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Cornwall
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- KERNOW LEARNING MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 480
- Pupils
- 448
- Boys
- 226
- Girls
- 222
- FSM %
- 44.10
- Open date
- 2016-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-05-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cornwall
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 448 | 226 | 222 | 480 | 44.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 421 | 215 | 206 | 480 | 43.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 439 | 222 | 217 | 480 | 41.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 439 | 222 | 217 | 480 | 41.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 432 | 210 | 222 | 420 | 37.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 441 | 215 | 226 | 420 | 29.50 |
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