Glemsford Primary Academy
Sudbury, CO10 7RF · Suffolk · primary school
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17th 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 — 9.3/10 against 3,865 of them, against 8.9/10 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 | 86.0 · 95 | 40% | 3.78 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 14.0 · 81 | 25% | 2.03 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Glemsford Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 86.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 14.0% 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 (9.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.9 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2023.
Getting in
The published school roll is 243 pupils against a stated capacity of 259. 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 core subjects? What does a typical day look like for a child in Year 6? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Glemsford Primary Academy
Overview
Glemsford Primary Academy continues to be a good school, providing a calm and purposeful environment where pupils are happy and achieve well. The report highlights that pupils are confident, feel safe, and enjoy an environment that enables them to succeed, with excellent behaviour supporting effective learning.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "excellent" behaviour, following instructions immediately and showing respect, which creates a welcoming atmosphere for learning.
- The curriculum is "well planned" with clear links between subjects, enabling pupils to revisit knowledge regularly and achieve outcomes above the national average.
- Reading and vocabulary are prioritised, with a "systematic phonics programme" ensuring most pupils become fluent readers and those struggling are well supported.
- The needs of pupils with special educational needs and disabilities are "well met" through adapted resources and increased adult support.
- A wide variety of extracurricular activities are available, with vulnerable pupils actively encouraged to participate in after-school clubs.
Areas to improve
- Governors must review their systems for checking leaders’ work to "hold leaders to account effectively" regarding safeguarding practices.
- The school needs to engage stakeholders more effectively to build strong community support, as currently "too few parents would currently recommend the school."
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with clear reporting systems and quick issue resolution, although governors do not yet hold the school to account effectively for this aspect of their work.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 76% |
| 2023/24 | 83% |
| 2024/25 | 86% |
| 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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