Burton End Primary Academy
Haverhill, CB9 9DE · Suffolk · primary school
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131st 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 — 3.1/10 against 2,924 of them, against 3.3/10 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 | 57.0 · 32 | 40% | 1.29 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Burton End Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 57.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 4.0% of pupils, 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 (3.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.3 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2025.
Getting in
The published school roll is 449 pupils against a stated capacity of 468. 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
With 19 places currently spare, how does the school manage entry-year availability for new starters? Since the 2025 inspection rated the school Good, what specific improvements have been made to raise attainment since then? How does the school support pupils who are not yet reaching the expected standard in core subjects?
What Ofsted said about Burton End Primary Academy
Overview
Burton End Primary Academy has “taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection.” The report confirms that pupils are “confident and proud members of their school” who are “enthusiastic about learning.” Leaders and staff have ensured that pupils continue to benefit from a well-sequenced curriculum and high-quality support, maintaining the school’s previous standing.
Strengths
- Pupils learn an “ambitious and broad curriculum” and “relish the challenges that teachers set for them,” making links to previous knowledge to build understanding securely.
- Reading is a strength; staff deliver the phonics programme effectively, with “daily opportunities to catch up” for those falling behind, ensuring pupils are secure in their skills.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are “fully included” and benefit from “appropriate adaptations” and a bespoke curriculum in the ‘Explorers’ class.
- Behaviour is excellent, supported by “consistent classroom routines” that help pupils concentrate, while attendance is improved through positive strategies and whole-school events.
- Staff receive “well-considered professional development opportunities” and share a “strong and shared ambition” that everyone can succeed with the right support.
Areas to improve
- In “a few foundation subjects,” staff expectations of what pupils can achieve are “variable,” which sometimes affects the quality of written work and the depth of learning. The school should ensure expectations are “consistently high” across the full range of subjects.
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 | 65% |
| 2024/25 | 57% |
| 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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