Bugle School

URN: 143165 • St Austell PL26 8PD

Overview

Name
Bugle School
URN
143165
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
ASPIRE ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
50.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Becky Thorp (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01726850420
Website
Visit
Address
Fore Street, St Austell PL26 8PD

Summary

Bugle School is a mixed primary academy located in St Austell, Cornwall, with a current enrolment of 159 pupils and a capacity of 258. The school is committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment that fosters a love of learning, as reflected in its motto, "to build a love of learning that lasts a lifetime." The dedicated staff, many of whom have long tenures at the school, work collaboratively with parents and the community to support students in developing essential independent skills.

The curriculum at Bugle School is ambitious and inclusive, designed to equip pupils with the knowledge and values necessary for future success. The school features a variety of facilities, including an Art Studio, Music Room, Library, and a sensory room called The Cove, which supports emotional literacy. Additionally, Bugle School has a purpose-built Early Years unit catering to children aged 2 to 5/6 years.

Bugle School prides itself on its diverse community and encourages parental involvement. The school regularly invites families and community members to engage with its educational environment, reinforcing its commitment to lifelong learning and equality of opportunity for all students.

Key details

LA
Cornwall
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ASPIRE ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
258
Pupils
159
Boys
91
Girls
68
FSM %
34.40
Open date
2016-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-07-20
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cornwall

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 159 91 68 258 34.40
2024-09-11 170 94 76 258 33.80
2023-09-11 185 112 73 258 36.70
2022-09-11 185 112 73 258 36.70
2021-09-11 199 120 79 258 37.10
2020-09-11 231 132 99 258 26.30

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