Ringsfield Church of England Primary School
Beccles, NR34 8NZ · Suffolk · primary school
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140th 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 4,088 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.6/10 among them, against 3.1/10 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 | 41% | 0.79 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 33% | 1.71 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 26% | 1.31 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Ringsfield Church of England 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 7.0%, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.6 out of 10 among them, against 3.1 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 118 pupils against a stated capacity of 90. 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 roll currently 28 above capacity, how does the school manage class sizes for new entrants? Since the last inspection was in 2022, what specific improvements have been made to raise attainment in maths? How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in reading?
What Ofsted said about Ringsfield Church of England Primary School
Overview
Ringsfield Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, providing a friendly environment where pupils make good progress. The report highlights warm relationships between staff and pupils, with children described as happy, polite, and respectful. Leaders have worked hard to improve the curriculum, particularly in early reading and mathematics, ensuring knowledge is well-sequenced from Nursery through to Year 6.
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy a broad range of clubs, trips, and experiences, including learning musical instruments in key stage 2.
- The new early reading curriculum is effective, helping pupils become "confident, fluent readers" through phonics practice and reading challenges.
- Staff and subject leaders collaborate closely to make subject knowledge memorable, such as through visits to historical places.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported to access the wider curriculum through extra help with phonics and vocabulary.
- Leaders prioritise staff well-being, reducing workload and providing opportunities for professional development.
Areas to improve
- Assessment in subjects beyond early reading and mathematics does not provide detailed enough information about specific knowledge pupils have learned.
- Leaders need to review assessment systems in the wider curriculum to better identify gaps in pupils’ knowledge and understanding.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders and staff taking a proactive approach to keeping pupils safe, including teaching them how to stay safe online and who to approach with concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 69% |
| 2023/24 | 67% |
| 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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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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