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Copper Valley Junior Academy Catchment Area

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

Copper Valley Junior Academy is a academy converter primary school in Gunnislake, Cornwall , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 92 pupils, and a capacity of 90 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

7–11

Age range

92

Pupils

90

Capacity

102%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Copper Valley Junior Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Copper Valley Junior Academy 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 92 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 90 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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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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Copper Valley Junior Academy — School Information

Full address
Chapel Street, Gunnislake, PL18 9NA
Local authority
Cornwall
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
23.9% of pupils
DfE URN
142496

Other Primary Schools in Gunnislake

If Copper Valley Junior Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Gunnislake are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Copper Valley Junior Academy

Is Copper Valley Junior Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Copper Valley Junior Academy currently has 92 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 90 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Copper Valley Junior Academy?

Admission to Copper Valley Junior Academy 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 Copper Valley Junior Academy cover?

Copper Valley Junior Academy is a primary school in Gunnislake, Cornwall, serving pupils aged 7–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Copper Valley Junior Academy?

Copper Valley Junior Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.