Framlingham Sir Robert Hitcham's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Framlingham, Woodbridge, IP13 9EP · Suffolk · primary school
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35th 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 — 7.9/10 against 3,948 of them, against 7.5/10 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 | 71.0 · 68 | 40% | 2.73 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 16.0 · 85 | 25% | 2.13 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Framlingham Sir Robert Hitcham's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 71.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 16.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (7.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.5 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join the school choir and lunchtime singing club, and participate in REVERB Youth Choir. Sports include athletics, tag-rugby, football, hockey, netball, cricket, basketball, and tennis. Arts activities cover British Sign Language, Robin Wood, first aid, eco-awareness, and philosophy. Trips include The Big Sing at Snape, Young Voices at The O2, and Noye’s Fludde at Thorington Theatre. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 311 pupils against a stated capacity of 350. 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 expected standard in maths? What specific support is available for children joining the after-school club? How does the
What Ofsted said about Framlingham Sir Robert Hitcham's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Overview
The report describes a "happy and friendly school" where pupils "enjoy their learning" and demonstrate "kindness and empathy." Leaders have designed a curriculum that is "clearly organised" to help pupils build knowledge, resulting in good overall achievement. However, inconsistencies in checking pupil understanding and reading fluency require attention.
Strengths
- Pupils show "positive attitudes towards their learning" and behave well, with staff supporting those managing emotions in a "calm and consistent manner."
- The curriculum is "carefully organised" into a "clear, logical order," enabling pupils to "make connections in their learning" and achieve well across subjects.
- Staff use "precise targets and specific strategies" to support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, helping them access the full curriculum.
- Early years staff guide children’s learning through "thoughtful questions" and ensure accurate phonics instruction, while older pupils enjoy a "love of reading."
- Governors "support and hold leaders to account effectively," and staff are "proud to work at the school."
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure tasks in some subjects help pupils "secure their understanding of the planned curriculum," as current activities do not always do so effectively.
- A "consistent approach to checking pupils’ learning" is needed so leaders have an "accurate understanding of what pupils know and can do."
- Leaders should provide more opportunities for pupils to develop "reading fluency" once they have mastered decoding, as some remain "overly reliant on sounding out words."
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are "effective," with staff trained to spot risks, record concerns promptly, and work with agencies to support pupils and families.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 53% |
| 2023/24 | 70% |
| 2024/25 | 71% |
| 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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