Gislingham Church of England Primary School
Eye, IP23 8HX · Suffolk · primary school
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24th 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 — 8.2/10 against 4,174 of them, against 8.3/10 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 | 75.0 · 78 | 40% | 3.11 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 20.0 · 92 | 25% | 2.30 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Gislingham Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 75.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 20.0% 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 (8.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.3 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2024.
Getting in
The published school roll is 144 pupils against a stated capacity of 156. 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 are working towards the higher standard in maths? What specific trips or external visits are planned for the current academic year?
What Ofsted said about Gislingham Church of England Primary School
Overview
Pupils at Gislingham Church of England Primary School “thrive and achieve well,” making strong progress in a “very happy and inclusive” environment. The school is characterised by “excellent” behaviour, with pupils who are polite, motivated, and supportive of one another. Leaders and staff work closely together to deliver high-quality education, particularly in core subjects, ensuring that all children, including those with special educational needs, receive tailored support.
Strengths
- Behaviour is “excellent,” with “extremely rare” low-level disruption and pupils who “genuinely value each and every member of their community.”
- The curriculum in English and mathematics enables pupils to “achieve highly,” supported by clear teaching and effective use of visuals and apparatus.
- Reading is taught to a “high standard,” with targeted support ensuring pupils at risk of falling behind receive individualised help to close knowledge gaps.
- Pupils demonstrate a strong understanding of British values, showing “respect and resilience” through their everyday actions and participation in school councils.
- Staff benefit from professional development provided by the multi-academy trust, which is evident in the “high-quality day-to-day lessons.”
Areas to improve
- In “a few areas of the curriculum,” teaching does not build sufficiently on prior learning, preventing pupils from developing skills to the same high levels as in other subjects.
- Pupils’ knowledge of “wider world issues and life in modern Britain” is not as deep as in other curriculum areas, requiring stronger teaching about cultures and global news.
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 | 83% |
| 2023/24 | 79% |
| 2024/25 | 75% |
| 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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