Marhamchurch CofE Academy
URN: 144063 • Bude EX23 0HY
Overview
- Name
- Marhamchurch CofE Academy
- URN
- 144063
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- LEARNING ACADEMY PARTNERSHIP (SOUTH WEST)
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 45.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Deirdre Petersen (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01288361445
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Helebridge Road, Bude EX23 0HY
Summary
Marhamchurch Church of England Academy is a mixed primary school located in Bude, Cornwall, with a current enrolment of 147 pupils and a capacity of 140. As an academy converter, it is part of the Learning Academy Partnership Trust and aims to provide an inclusive and nurturing educational environment grounded in Christian values. The school's vision is to enable all children to flourish academically, socially, and spiritually, reflecting the ethos of the Church of England.
The academy promotes a strong sense of community and partnership with parents, focusing on core values such as respect, friendship, hope, compassion, courage, and thankfulness. These values are integrated into daily activities and collective worship, fostering a supportive atmosphere where children feel safe and valued. The school emphasizes rich, memorable learning experiences that contribute to character development and spiritual growth.
Marhamchurch C of E Academy is committed to removing barriers to learning and ensuring that every child can achieve their potential. The school encourages open communication and invites parents to engage actively in their children's education, reinforcing the belief that a collaborative approach strengthens the school community.
The academy promotes a strong sense of community and partnership with parents, focusing on core values such as respect, friendship, hope, compassion, courage, and thankfulness. These values are integrated into daily activities and collective worship, fostering a supportive atmosphere where children feel safe and valued. The school emphasizes rich, memorable learning experiences that contribute to character development and spiritual growth.
Marhamchurch C of E Academy is committed to removing barriers to learning and ensuring that every child can achieve their potential. The school encourages open communication and invites parents to engage actively in their children's education, reinforcing the belief that a collaborative approach strengthens the school community.
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Key details
- LA
- Cornwall
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- LEARNING ACADEMY PARTNERSHIP (SOUTH WEST)
- Capacity
- 140
- Pupils
- 147
- Boys
- 74
- Girls
- 73
- FSM %
- 10.90
- Open date
- 2018-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-02-28
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cornwall
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 147 | 74 | 73 | 140 | 10.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 122 | 62 | 60 | 140 | 9.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 144 | 65 | 79 | 140 | 13.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 144 | 65 | 79 | 140 | 13.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 145 | 67 | 78 | 140 | 9.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 130 | 53 | 77 | 140 | 6.90 |
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