Mellis Church of England Primary School
Eye, IP23 8DP · Suffolk · primary school
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71st 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 2,118 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.7/10 among them, against 6.0/10 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 | 65.0 · 52 | 40% | 2.07 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 12.0 · 74 | 25% | 1.85 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Mellis Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 65.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 12.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2025. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.7 out of 10 among them, against 6.0 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Eco-Club and participate in swimming.
Getting in
The published school roll is 147 pupils against a stated capacity of 182. 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 maths? What specific activities does the Eco-Club involve during term time? How are swimming lessons scheduled within the weekly timetable?
What Ofsted said about Mellis Church of England Primary School
Overview
Mellis Church of England Primary School has “taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection.” The report describes a “friendly and inclusive environment” where pupils are happy and engage enthusiastically in lessons. Leaders and staff demonstrate strong commitment to supporting pupils’ academic and personal growth.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “broad and balanced” and prepares pupils well for the next stage of their education, with particular success in reading and mathematics.
- Staff have “detailed systems” to quickly identify and support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), many of whom achieve well.
- “Consistent routines” enable staff to focus on teaching and pupils to focus on learning, fostering respect and high attendance.
- The school creatively secures opportunities for pupils to develop “confidence, resilience and essential life skills” through sporting events and a strong personal, social, health and economic curriculum.
- Leaders work closely with staff to create a “collaborative culture” that values input and supports well-being, backed by effective governance.
Areas to improve
- The school should further embed its focus on writing accuracy and presentation, as older pupils do not always have enough opportunities to revisit foundational writing knowledge.
- The school should continue to strengthen support for reading fluency, as its new approach is at an early stage of implementation and some pupils struggle to develop strong fluency.
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 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 60% |
| 2024/25 | 65% |
| 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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