Chelmondiston Church of England Primary School
Ipswich, IP9 1DT · Suffolk · primary school
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50th 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.
Narrow the comparison to the 3,831 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.9/10 among them, against 4.4/10 nationally. 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 | 64.0 · 49 | 40% | 1.97 |
| Ofsted | 92 | 35% | 3.22 |
| 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.
Chelmondiston Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 64.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, matching the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 4.0% of pupils, compared to the national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.9 out of 10 among them, against 4.4 out of 10 nationally. The school was inspected in January 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils access a breakfast club and an after-school club. Activities include swimming, sailing, and handball, alongside choir and Pantasy Steel Band workshops. Trips visit the Hilltop Outdoor Centre, Christchurch Mansion, and the Young Voices concert at the O2 Arena.
Getting in
The published school roll is 117 pupils against a stated capacity of 140. 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 to bridge the gap between the expected and higher standards in maths? What specific support is available for pupils who need extra help with reading? How are the various clubs and trips organised to ensure all pupils can participate?
What Ofsted said about Chelmondiston Church of England Primary School
Overview
Chelmondiston Church of England Primary School is described as a place where pupils "flourish and thrive, both socially and academically." The report highlights that pupils "love learning" and are "very well prepared for their next steps in education," supported by a "well-considered curriculum" and strong leadership.
Strengths
- Pupils attain above national averages, with disadvantaged pupils achieving particularly well in reading.
- Attendance is high, and behaviour is excellent, characterised by pupils who are "polite," "well behaved," and "highly independent."
- Teachers possess "excellent subject knowledge" and make "highly effective choices" about teaching, ensuring all pupils, including those with special educational needs, access the same curriculum.
- The early years provision is strong, with children developing "secure phonics knowledge" and a "wide vocabulary" from the start.
- Leaders and governors provide "robust challenge" and support, fostering a culture where staff feel "highly valued" and workload is manageable.
Areas to improve
- Leaders and governors should "sustain the effectiveness of their work in all areas" and seek "continued improvement" to drive a "transformational impact" for all pupils, particularly those facing barriers to learning.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" ensuring that concerns are actively identified and managed so that "pupils are made safer and feel safe."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 67% |
| 2023/24 | 75% |
| 2024/25 | 64% |
| 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
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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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