Cliff Lane Primary School
Ipswich, IP3 0PJ · Suffolk · primary school
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55th 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 — 6.7/10 against 3,623 of them, against 6.4/10 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 | 74.0 · 76 | 40% | 3.02 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Cliff Lane Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 74.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with a national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 6.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2024. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (6.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Lego Club, Little Springers Gymnastics, Eagle Eye Karate, Kicks and Tricks, and the Gipping School of Dance.
Getting in
The published school roll is 446 pupils against a stated capacity of 472. 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 do not reach the higher standard in maths? What specific support is available for children joining in the current entry year? How are the named clubs scheduled to ensure they do not conflict with core lessons?
What Ofsted said about Cliff Lane Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school that has “developed at pace” since its previous inspection, now judged as “Good” across all categories. Pupils are characterised as “happy” and “keen to learn” within a “warm and nurturing environment” where they have strong relationships with adults. Leaders and staff share a “clear and strategic vision,” supported by effective governance and trust oversight.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “ambitious, broad and well supported by additional opportunities,” with thoughtful planning ensuring learning builds over time in most subjects.
- The school is “highly inclusive,” with staff who have a “thorough understanding” of differing needs, ensuring pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) achieve well.
- Reading is a clear priority, with staff “expertly deliver[ing]” the phonics programme and matching books to pupils’ known sounds to ensure success.
- Behaviour is positive, with pupils knowing and responding well to clear expectations, while attendance is improving through close work with families.
- Personal development is strong, with pupils learning to keep themselves safe, particularly online, and developing as “kind, tolerant and open-minded young people.”
Areas to improve
- In “a few foundation subjects,” teachers do not consistently revisit important knowledge or check recall, meaning pupils are “not as secure in their knowledge” and do not make as much progress as they could.
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 | 70% |
| 2023/24 | 64% |
| 2024/25 | 74% |
| 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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