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What is Brunel Primary & Nursery Academy's Ofsted rating?

Brunel Primary & Nursery Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted (inspected 2022).

Where is Brunel Primary & Nursery Academy located?

Brunel Primary & Nursery Academy is located in Saltash, Cornwall, South West, PL12 6DX.

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Brunel Primary & Nursery Academy serves students aged 2 to 11.

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Brunel Primary & Nursery Academy — Ofsted Rating, Results & School Data

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About Brunel Primary & Nursery Academy

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In terms of academic performance, Brunel Primary & Nursery Academy has 75% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.

The school has 112 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 17.4%, 27% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 5.9%.

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OfstedGood · 2022KS2 expected75%Attendance94.1%

Profile completeness: 5 of 8 data domains · Good coverage

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Strong71% data coverage

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Latest government data shown is for the 2024/25 academic year; some figures cover earlier years.

Is it a fit?

What kind of school is Brunel Primary & Nursery Academy?

The practical facts that decide whether a school suits your family — at a glance.

Ages: 2–11
Intake: Co-ed
Admissions: Non-selective (state)
Character: Non-faith
Size: 112 pupils
SEN support: 23% of pupils

Likely a good fit for

Solid primary foundations — 75% reach the expected standard in reading, writing & maths.
Pupils who need extra support — 23% are on SEN support, above the typical share (~13%).

Based on the latest government data. Every child is different — use this as a starting point, not a verdict.

The area around this school

Environment score: 56/100

Good surroundings

Air quality95/100

Transport access50/100

Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

Key Stage 2 Results at Brunel Primary & Nursery Academy

At Brunel Primary & Nursery Academy, 75% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.

87% met the expected standard in reading and 85% in maths.

Attendance at Brunel Primary & Nursery Academy

Brunel Primary & Nursery Academy has an overall absence rate of 5.9%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at Brunel Primary & Nursery Academy

The teacher turnover rate at Brunel Primary & Nursery Academy is 17.4%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

Demographics at Brunel Primary & Nursery Academy

Brunel Primary & Nursery Academy has 112 pupils on roll.

27% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

23% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Brunel Primary & Nursery Academy Ofsted Rating: Good

Brunel Primary & Nursery Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in June 2022 (3 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Brunel Primary & Nursery Academy is due for reinspection this year (2026).

A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. It has historically been the most common Ofsted rating.

Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Brunel Primary & Nursery Academy's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.

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