Claydon Primary School
Ipswich, IP6 0DX · Suffolk · primary school
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141st 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 3,909 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.2/10 among them, against 3.1/10 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 | 57.0 · 32 | 40% | 1.29 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Claydon Primary School 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 3.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.2 out of 10 among them, against 3.1 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in Clip n Climb, sailing trips, and a wide range of sports including athletics, basketball, cricket, cross country, football, futsal, netball, and rugby. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 509 pupils against a stated capacity of 521. 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 current attainment figures and national medians? What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard?
What Ofsted said about Claydon Primary School
Overview
Claydon Primary School is described as a place where pupils are proud to attend and strive to ‘be the best they can be’. The report highlights a collaborative staff team, high expectations, and a curriculum that is well planned and organised from early years through to Year 6. Leaders have successfully built a culture of respect and community, with pupils demonstrating positive behaviour and strong relationships with adults.
Strengths
- Pupils behave well, with ‘low-level disruption’ being rare and bullying considered non-existent.
- Teachers use ‘skilful questioning’ to check understanding and adapt planning to meet pupil needs.
- Staff provide effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), enabling them to access the same opportunities as their peers.
- Leaders have prioritised reading, ensuring staff are well trained in phonics and most pupils read books matched to their known sounds.
- The multi-academy trust has been ‘highly effective in recruiting and training new leaders’, providing robust support and challenge.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure the curriculum is fully developed in all subjects, particularly by providing time and training for subject leaders to evaluate how well pupils build knowledge in areas such as science.
- Leaders should ensure every child has books matched to the phonics they know, as a few pupils currently lack the confidence to read accurately and fluently due to mismatched texts.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff well trained to recognise concerns, report them appropriately, and maintain detailed records to protect pupils’ welfare.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 64% |
| 2023/24 | 63% |
| 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
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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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