Sir James Smith's School

URN: 146408 • Camelford PL32 9UJ

Overview

Name
Sir James Smith's School
URN
146408
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
WESTCOUNTRY SCHOOLS TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
48.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Marc Cooper (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01840213274
Website
Visit
Address
Dark Lane, Camelford PL32 9UJ

Summary

Sir James Smith's School, located in Camelford, Cornwall, is a mixed secondary academy that serves 605 students, with a capacity of 696. As the first purpose-built comprehensive school in Cornwall, it prides itself on its small size, fostering a close-knit community where every student is known and valued. The school's ethos emphasizes a personalised education, encouraging students to explore both local and global perspectives.

The curriculum at Sir James Smith's School is designed to be broad and balanced, focusing on deep, relevant learning that prepares students for future challenges. The school places a strong emphasis on sustainability and outdoor education, reflecting its unique coastal and moorland setting. This geographical context enriches the learning experience, allowing students to engage with their environment and develop a sense of responsibility as global citizens.

Support for students is integral to the school's mission, which aims to empower young people to become the best versions of themselves. By fostering connections, creativity, and commitment, Sir James Smith's School nurtures a culture of kindness and high expectations, preparing students for success in their academic and personal lives.

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Key details

LA
Cornwall
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
WESTCOUNTRY SCHOOLS TRUST
Capacity
696
Pupils
605
Boys
312
Girls
293
FSM %
28.00
Open date
2018-10-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-10-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cornwall

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 605 312 293 696 28.00
2024-09-11 600 301 299 696 26.30
2023-09-11 575 309 266 600 24.20
2022-09-11 575 309 266 600 24.20
2021-09-11 541 283 258 600 20.00
2020-09-11 543 279 264 600 19.30

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