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Bugle School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Bugle School is a academy converter primary school in St Austell, Cornwall , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 159 pupils, and a capacity of 258 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.

2–11

Age range

159

Pupils

258

Capacity

62%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Bugle School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Bugle School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Cornwall. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Cornwall before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Bugle School — School Information

Full address
Fore Street, Bugle, St Austell, PL26 8PD
Local authority
Cornwall
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
34.4% of pupils
DfE URN
143165

Other Primary Schools in St Austell

If Bugle School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in St Austell are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Bugle School

Is Bugle School oversubscribed?

Bugle School has a capacity of 258 places and currently has 159 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Cornwall.

What is the admissions policy for Bugle School?

Admission to Bugle School is managed by Cornwall. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Bugle School cover?

Bugle School is a primary school in St Austell, Cornwall, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Bugle School?

Bugle School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.