Bosmere Community Primary School
Ipswich, IP6 8BP · Suffolk · primary school
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209th of 232 primary schools in Suffolk we can score, 253 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 0.2/10 against 2,924 of them, against 0.6/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 30.0 · 3 | 40% | 0.11 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bosmere Community Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 30.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (0.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.6 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2024.
Beyond the classroom
An after-school club is available for pupils.
Getting in
The published school roll is 246 pupils against a stated capacity of 315. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific strategies are used to help children reach the higher standard? How does the after-school club integrate with the main curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Bosmere Community Primary School
Overview
This ungraded inspection found that “aspects of the school’s work may not be as strong as at the time of the previous inspection,” triggering a future graded inspection. While pupils are happy, feel safe, and enjoy school life, they “do not achieve as well as they should in several subjects” due to inconsistencies in teaching and curriculum adaptation.
Strengths
- Pupils “enjoy coming to school and are happy here,” feeling safe and valued, with older pupils relishing roles as ambassadors.
- The school has designed a “broad curriculum” that is “exciting and engaging,” incorporating trips and visitors.
- Children in the early years “make a positive start to school,” supported by caring adults who help them be confident.
- The personal development programme prepares pupils well for life in a “modern and diverse society,” fostering tolerance and understanding of democracy.
- Staff are proud to work at the school and feel that “leaders support their well-being.”
Areas to improve
- Ensure staff implement the new phonics programme “fully and consistently” so pupils develop reading fluency and catch up on gaps.
- Adapt the curriculum in some subjects to meet the needs of all pupils, including those with SEND, ensuring teaching materials “clearly support all learners.”
- Ensure teachers use agreed teaching approaches “consistently and effectively in all classes” to improve pupil achievement.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 58% |
| 2023/24 | 66% |
| 2024/25 | 30% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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