Holton St Peter Community Primary School
Halesworth, IP19 8PL · Suffolk · primary school
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222nd 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 4,259 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.6/10 among them, against 1.6/10 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 | 50.0 · 19 | 40% | 0.76 |
| Ofsted | 10 | 35% | 0.34 |
| 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.
Holton St Peter Community Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 50.0% 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%. An Ofsted inspection in January 2026 used the new report-card framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.6 out of 10 among them, against 1.6 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
A breakfast club is available for pupils.
Getting in
The published school roll is 141 pupils against a stated capacity of 116. 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 expected standard in core subjects? What specific areas did the recent Ofsted inspection highlight for development?
What Ofsted said about Holton St Peter Community Primary School
Overview
Holton St Peter Community Primary School is described as a small school at the heart of its village community where pupils "typically enjoy learning" and feel "safe and well cared for." The report states that pupils "generally achieve well in national assessments" and that leaders have established "calm and consistent routines" which contribute to a respectful culture. Overall, the school is fulfilling the expected standard of education and care.
Strengths
- Pupils "progress well through the school's curriculum" and can "typically recall key knowledge," particularly in science and geography.
- Behaviour is "generally positive" with "rare" bullying incidents; pupils trust adults to act quickly and understand clear, simple rules.
- Attendance is "improving steadily" and is similar to national averages, supported by a "soft start" to the day and early help for families.
- Staff in the early years create a "calm and nurturing environment," helping children develop communication skills and settle quickly.
- Leaders promote an "inclusive culture," identifying additional needs quickly and working closely with external professionals to remove barriers to learning.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure teachers have the knowledge to teach the curriculum well so pupils build a "depth of knowledge" and secure skills needed to write well.
- Staff should adapt learning activities with "sufficient precision" so that all pupils, including those in mathematics, learn the school's ambitious curriculum without tasks being repetitive.
- Leaders should ensure additional funding is used "effectively" and makes a positive difference to eligible pupils' achievement, as its use currently "lacks clear focus."
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 58% |
| 2024/25 | 50% |
| 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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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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