Delabole Primary School
High Street, Delabole, PL33 9ALOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Delabole Primary School is a primary school in Delabole for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 295 schools in Cornwall. It ranks 192nd of 209 primary schools in Cornwall. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in September 2017.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 27 September 2017, report published 20 October 2017
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 28 March 2023
Leaders have high expectations and are ambitious for all pupils. As a result, pupils thrive. Pupils benefit from an exciting curriculum that encourages them to be curious about the world around them. Leaders are determined that all pupils leave as resilient learners who develop the skills to become 'warriors for learning'. Pupils are well prepared for life beyond primary school because of the school's focus on developing the whole child. Pupils learn how to make a positive contribution to society and gain leadership skills. They are proud to be part of the school council, 'The Tribe', or to support other children to have successful playtimes. Pastoral and mental health support are strengths of the school. As a result, pupils feel safe and secure. Pupils understand what bullying is. They comment that it does not happen often but, if it did occur, they would tell an adult. Adults resolve any issues quickly. Pupils trust adults in school to help them. Pupils also enjoy learning about the wider world. Many pupils speak animatedly about educational visits, including residential visits.
What the school should improve
- Teaching does not always ensure pupils learn important content. Sometimes, teachers do not select appropriate ways to deliver the curriculum effectively. When this occurs, pupils' do not build their knowledge so that their learning is consistently secured and extended. Leaders should ensure that staff develop their understanding of pedagogy so that teaching helps pupils to successfully deepen their knowledge in all subjects.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
16 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
70 pupils on roll, with places for 139
Schools near Delabole Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Teath Community Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted judgements: Requires improvement to good | 50% met the expected standard |
| Camelford Community Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 75% met the expected standard |
| Tintagel Primary School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 71% met the expected standard |
| St Breward Community Primary School | 5 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good | 14% met the expected standard |
| Port Isaac Academy | 5 miles | Report card: Needs attention to expected standard | Not published |
School details
- School type
- Academy sponsor led
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- ASPIRE ACADEMY TRUST
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mrs Louise Kirkman
- Phone
- 01840212540
- Address
- High Street, Delabole, PL33 9AL
- Local authority
- Cornwall
- URN
- 141322
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.