Wadebridge Primary Academy
Gonvena Hill, Wadebridge, PL27 6BLOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Wadebridge Primary Academy is a primary school in Wadebridge for ages 2 to 11. It is one of the 295 schools in Cornwall. It ranks 143rd of 209 primary schools in Cornwall. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in April 2023.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 18 April 2023, report published 19 June 2023
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 18 April 2023
Wadebridge Primary Academy is a friendly and supportive school. Pupils know that staff expect them to try their best. Consequently, they work hard in lessons and achieve well. Pupils describe the school as a place where everyone is accepted. 'We treat everyone the same,' was a comment from a pupil. All staff have clear and consistent expectations of pupils' behaviour. The school is calm and orderly. Pupils from the early years to Year 6 know the school rules by heart. They know how following the rules 'be ready, be respectful, be safe' helps classrooms to be productive and everyone to get along well. Pupils benefit from the range of activities staff provide at social times. They cooperate and communicate well with each other. Most parents and carers have positive views of the school. They are proud to have the school as part of the community. Parents particularly praise the lengths staff go to when developing pupils' confidence, self-esteem and resilience. They recognise the positive impact this makes on pupils as they prepare for the next stage in their education.
What the school should improve
- Some pupils with SEND have learning targets that are not specific enough. This makes it difficult for teachers to measure the progress pupils make in their learning. Some pupils do not make as much progress as they could. Leaders must ensure that all pupils with SEND have targets that are specific and measurable.
- In foundation subjects, some pupils do not remember as much of their learning as they could. At times, they find it hard to link new learning to what they already know. Leaders need to ensure that pupils are always clear about which subject they are learning so their knowledge builds well over time.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
61 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
373 pupils on roll, with places for 480
Schools near Wadebridge Primary Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Breock Primary School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | 72% met the expected standard |
| St Mabyn CofE School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 71% met the expected standard |
| St Kew Academy | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 50% met the expected standard |
| St Minver School | 4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 62% met the expected standard |
| St Issey Church of England Primary School | 4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 86% 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
- Mr Chris Wathern
- Phone
- 01208814560
- Address
- Gonvena Hill, Wadebridge, PL27 6BL
- Local authority
- Cornwall
- URN
- 137366
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.