Coldfair Green Community Primary School
Saxmundham, IP17 1UY · Suffolk · primary school
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196th 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 4,248 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.4/10 among them, against 1.0/10 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 | 42.0 · 10 | 40% | 0.38 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Coldfair Green Community Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 42.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.4 out of 10 among them, against 1.0 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Forest School, blogging, Lego challenge, and coding clubs. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 160 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 reach the higher standard in core subjects? What specific strategies are used to manage the current over-capacity situation? How does the Forest School curriculum integrate with the main academic timetable?
What Ofsted said about Coldfair Green Community Primary School
Overview
Coldfair Green Community Primary School is described as a place where pupils feel safe, happy, and like part of a family. Leaders maintain high expectations, fostering an environment where children are ‘ready, responsible and safe’ and behave attentively in lessons. The school places a strong emphasis on reading, community engagement, and personal development, preparing pupils to be happy and active citizens.
Strengths
- Pupils exhibit excellent behaviour, are kind to one another, and report that there is ‘no bullying in school’.
- Reading is an ‘absolute priority’, with staff trained as experts in phonics to ensure pupils learn sounds through ‘fun and interactive’ sessions.
- Leaders quickly identify pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring they access the full curriculum with appropriate adaptations.
- Pupils are actively involved in school life through roles such as school councillors, digital leaders, and eco warriors, developing a strong sense of democracy and community.
- Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with staff well-trained to be ‘vigilant to any signs of harm’ and respond expediently.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, staff do not always identify gaps in pupils’ knowledge, meaning lesson activities may not build effectively on prior learning.
- A small number of disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND do not attend school as regularly as they should, impacting their achievement.
Safeguarding
The report states that ‘the arrangements for safeguarding are effective’, noting that leaders conduct appropriate vetting checks and staff are well-trained to respond to concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 47% |
| 2023/24 | 29% |
| 2024/25 | 42% |
| 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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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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