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Copper Valley Junior Academy
Chapel Street, Gunnislake, Cornwall, PL18 9NA, Cornwall
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
14.9 / 100
Bottom 15%
Better than 15% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
92
Capacity
90
Ages
7–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
102%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted as of May 2022, this primary school demonstrates a solid commitment to education, particularly excelling in the top 90% for expected outcomes in reading, writing, and mathematics at KS2. However, only 4% of pupils achieve the higher standard, indicating room for improvement in challenging all students. The school serves a small community of 92 pupils, which can foster a close-knit environment, though its LocaleIQ score suggests it is less competitive compared to other schools in the area.
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Last inspected: 18 May 2022Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 43% | Bottom 10% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 4% | Bottom 32% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British93.5%
Mixed W+Asian3.3%
Gypsy/Roma1.1%
Mixed Other1.1%
Black African1.1%
Location
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50.52377, -4.21462 · PL18 9NA
School details
Local authorityCornwall
RegionSouth West
URN142496
School typeAcademy converter
Frequently asked questions
What is Copper Valley Junior Academy rated by Ofsted?
Copper Valley Junior Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 18 May 2022.
Is Copper Valley Junior Academy a good school?
Copper Valley Junior Academy scores 14.9/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 15% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
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