Lanlivery Primary Academy
Lanlivery, Bodmin, PL30 5BTOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Lanlivery Primary Academy is a primary school in Bodmin for ages 2 to 11. It is one of the 295 schools in Cornwall. It ranks 12th of 15 primary schools in Bodmin. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in May 2019.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 8 May 2019, report published 3 June 2019
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 12 November 2024
The school have high expectations for pupils' achievement. They also place developing the whole child at the centre of the curriculum. Pupils are enthusiastic about their learning. They want to succeed, and many achieve well. Parents and carers are very supportive of the school. They use words such as 'idyllic' to describe the atmosphere their children experience. Pupils enjoy coming to school. They describe the 'family feel' which gives them a sense of security. Pupils like the reward of a lucky ticket for demonstrating the school's values. They know it is important to be kind to others. Older pupils are role models to younger ones in the school. For example, they help them to collect their meal and tidy away in the lunch room. The school has an active pupil council. They raise money for charity through organising events such as bake sales. Older pupils benefit from a residential trip to London. This develops their independence and widens their cultural experience. The school also takes advantage of enrichment opportunities closer to home. For example, with visits to Plymouth Argyle and the National Marine Aquarium. Pupils, including children in the early years foundation stage, enjoy exploring the school's extensive outside forest space.
What the school should improve
- On some occasions, teaching does not present subject matter clearly enough when recapping prior knowledge or introducing new learning. This leads to some pupils losing focus and not completing work to the best of their ability. The trust should ensure that all staff deliver clear instructions and model their expectations consistently so pupils can build their knowledge effectively.
- Teachers checking of pupils' understanding of the curriculum is sometimes not precise enough. As a result, some pupils develop misconceptions or are unable to follow the curriculum successfully. The trust should ensure that there is a consistent and effective approach to checking what pupils know and remember over time.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
9 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
49 pupils on roll, with places for 70
Schools near Lanlivery Primary Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lostwithiel School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 68% met the expected standard |
| Luxulyan School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 78% met the expected standard |
| St Winnow CofE School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 64% met the expected standard |
| Tywardreath School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 70% met the expected standard |
| Biscovey Academy | 4 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good | 61% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- BRIDGE MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Miss Lauren Howell
- Phone
- 01208872662
- Address
- Lanlivery, Bodmin, PL30 5BT
- Local authority
- Cornwall
- URN
- 142954
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.