Lifton Community Academy — Primary School in Lifton

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Lifton Community Academy

Lifton, PL16 0EH

146 Pupils

175 Capacity

2–11 Age Range

16.60% FSM %

71 Boys

75 Girls

About Lifton Community Academy

Lifton Community Academy is a mixed-gender Academies located in Lifton, Devon, in the South West region of England for pupils aged 2–11 with a Does not apply character. It currently has a status of Open.

It has 146 pupils on roll. School capacity: 175. Current headteacher: Adam Hill.

This profile is based on official data from the Department for Education (DfE) Get Information About Schools (GIAS) register, updated March 2026.

School Details

Establishment Type	Academy converter
Type Group	Academies
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Devon
Region	South West
Administrative District	West Devon
Parliamentary Constituency	Torridge and Tavistock
Ward	Tamarside
Urban / Rural	Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Does not apply
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	Has Nursery Classes
Trust / Sponsor	LEARNING ACADEMY PARTNERSHIP (SOUTH WEST)
Inspectorate	Not applicable
Opened	01-04-2022
UKPRN	10090168
URN	148987
Data Last Updated	17-03-2026

Governors & Trustees (12)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mr Peter Hake	Chair of Local Governing Body	01/09/2023	01/09/2027	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Naomi Beck	Local Governor	23/09/2025	01/09/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Steven Bone	Local Governor	01/09/2025	01/09/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Rev Andrew Bowden	Local Governor	23/09/2025	01/09/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Kate Brimacombe	Local Governor	01/01/2025	20/04/2025	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Ms Sarah Field	Local Governor	01/09/2023	31/08/2027	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Jake Grinsill	Local Governor	01/09/2024	01/09/2025	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Adam Hill	Local Governor	21/04/2025	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Mrs Annie Jefferies	Local Governor	17/09/2024	17/09/2028	Appointed by GB/board
Dr Jessica Jennison	Local Governor	23/09/2025	20/01/2026	Appointed by academy members
Mrs Carole McQuarrie-Watson	Local Governor	21/01/2025	21/01/2029	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Deborah Nunn	Local Governor	01/09/2025	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Lifton Community Academy?

Lifton Community Academy is a Academy converter (group: Academies) in Lifton, Devon.

How many pupils does Lifton Community Academy have?

Lifton Community Academy has 146 pupils, with a capacity of 175.

What is the age range at Lifton Community Academy?

Lifton Community Academy caters for pupils aged 2 to 11.

Who is the headteacher at Lifton Community Academy?

The Headteacher at Lifton Community Academy is Mr Adam Hill.

Where is Lifton Community Academy located?

Lifton Community Academy is at North Road, Lifton, PL16 0EH, in the Devon local authority, South West.

Does Lifton Community Academy have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Lifton Community Academy: Does not have a sixth form.

Is Lifton Community Academy currently open?

Lifton Community Academy is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mr Adam Hill

North Road, Lifton, PL16 0EH

01566232071

lifton-lap.co.uk

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 148987

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026