Cedars Park Community Primary School
Stowmarket, IP14 5FP · Suffolk · primary school
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70th 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 — 5.5/10 against 4,263 of them, against 5.9/10 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 | 72.0 · 71 | 40% | 2.83 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Cedars Park Community Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 72.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 5.0% against a national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (5.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.9 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Choir, Library, The Treehouse, and Football Club. Year 6 visits Bawdsey. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 389 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 activities take place during the Treehouse club sessions? How does the school manage transitions for Year 6 pupils moving to secondary education?
What Ofsted said about Cedars Park Community Primary School
Overview
Cedars Park Community Primary School is described as a “vibrant and welcoming” institution where pupils enjoy attending and behave in a “calm, orderly way.” The report highlights that leaders have thoughtfully designed the curriculum to ensure pupils embed important knowledge, resulting in sound progress and high achievement for many.
Strengths
- Pupils are “eager to take on leadership roles,” building an “age-appropriate understanding of democracy” through positions such as school councillors and peer mentors.
- Teachers possess strong subject knowledge, breaking down challenging concepts clearly and making regular checks to identify and address learning gaps quickly.
- The reading curriculum is taught skilfully, with pupils learning to pronounce sounds accurately and using strategies to read unfamiliar words with increasing confidence.
- Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is effective, with leaders working closely with teachers and external agencies to secure necessary adaptations.
- Staff are “proud to work at the school,” supported by leaders who are “considerate of staff workload and well-being.”
Areas to improve
- In the early years, staff sometimes provide “too much guidance,” which limits children’s ability to demonstrate their knowledge and can reduce their engagement.
- Some parents find school communication “unclear,” leading to feelings of frustration that hinder their involvement in school life; leaders should review these systems.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are “effective,” with robust systems, regular staff training, and swift action on referrals ensuring pupils remain safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 66% |
| 2023/24 | 60% |
| 2024/25 | 72% |
| 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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