Sproughton Church of England Primary School
Ipswich, IP8 3BB · Suffolk · primary school
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29th 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 4,060 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.3/10 among them, against 7.8/10 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 | 87.0 · 96 | 40% | 3.82 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Sproughton Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 87.0% 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% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2025. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.3 out of 10 among them, against 7.8 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in Forest School.
Getting in
The published school roll is 103 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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 Forest School programme fit into the weekly timetable? What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard?
What Ofsted said about Sproughton Church of England Primary School
Overview
This ungraded inspection found that the school’s work has “improved significantly across all areas” since the previous inspection, prompting a future graded inspection. Leaders and staff create a “warm and welcoming environment” where pupils feel safe, valued, and confident to learn. The school maintains high expectations, resulting in enthusiastic learners who form strong bonds with staff.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “thoughtfully designed” and “carefully adjusted to meet the needs of pupils in mixed-age classes,” enabling confident application of knowledge.
- A “revitalised approach to teaching reading is delivering exceptional results,” with pupils progressing rapidly through structured lessons and tailored practice.
- Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is “highly effective and deeply embedded,” featuring clear systems for swift identification and personalised interventions.
- Staff receive “excellent training” and feel “valued and empowered,” using research-based methods to ensure pupils fully grasp concepts.
- Pupils thrive through “rich experiences that extend beyond the classroom,” including purposeful trips and opportunities for public speaking that build confidence.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
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 | 62% |
| 2023/24 | 63% |
| 2024/25 | 87% |
| 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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