Ranelagh Primary School
Ipswich, IP2 0AN · Suffolk · primary school
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211st 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 — 0.2/10 against 2,080 of them, against 0.5/10 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 | 23.0 · 1 | 40% | 0.06 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.78 |
| 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.
Ranelagh Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 23.0% 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% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (0.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.5 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2022.
Getting in
The published school roll is 281 pupils against a stated capacity of 315. 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
With the 2022 inspection now several years old, what specific improvements have been made since then? How does the school support pupils who are currently below the expected standard in maths? What does the daily timetable look like for a Year 6 pupil?
What Ofsted said about Ranelagh Primary School
Overview
Ranelagh Primary School is described as a “very inclusive school” where classrooms celebrate pupils’ diverse cultures and languages. The report highlights that pupils are “well behaved and polite,” feel safe, and benefit from a “well-structured curriculum” adapted to address learning gaps from the pandemic. Overall, the school provides a welcoming environment with effective teaching and strong community links.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “well-structured” and provides opportunities for pupils to “deepen their learning and understanding.”
- Teachers are “knowledgeable” and use assessment strategies effectively to support pupils, particularly those with special educational needs or learning English.
- Pupils learn to read quickly through skilled phonics teaching and enjoy a “wide range of books.”
- Safeguarding arrangements are “effective,” with staff trained well and governors prioritising resources for family support.
- The school fosters strong personal development, with pupils considering “different viewpoints” and taking on responsibilities like “anti-bullying ambassador.”
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure staff help younger pupils develop better pencil grip to prevent “untidy handwriting that is hard to read.”
- Leaders need to ensure consistent high-quality texts and activities across all classes to help older pupils develop “enjoyment and skill in reading.”
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective,” noting that staff make appropriate referrals and all necessary checks on adults are conducted.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 37% |
| 2023/24 | 19% |
| 2024/25 | 23% |
| 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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