St Andrew's Bulmer Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Sudbury, CO10 7EH · Essex · primary school
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211st of 391 primary schools in Essex we can score, 444 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 — 5.0/10 against 3,450 of them, against 4.9/10 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 | 60.0 · 39 | 62% | 2.40 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 38% | 2.54 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Andrew's Bulmer Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 60.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 10.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (5.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 64 pupils against a stated capacity of 120. 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 below the expected standard in core subjects? What does a typical day look like for a child in terms of structured learning time? How does the school communicate progress to parents during the year?
What Ofsted said about St Andrew's Bulmer Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Overview
Pupils “relish coming to” this small, rural primary school, where they feel safe and are treated with kindness. The inspection found that the school provides a high-quality education with “effective and engaging teaching,” resulting in most pupils achieving well. Leaders have a clear vision for development, and staff enjoy working in this supportive environment.
Strengths
- Pupils participate in a “wide range of activities” and trips that “spark their curiosity for learning about the world around them.”
- Teachers typically possess “confident subject knowledge” and introduce new learning in “clear and engaging ways.”
- The school promotes a “love of reading,” with a well-planned phonics scheme and books carefully matched to pupils’ abilities.
- Staff are “passionate about providing a high-quality education for pupils with SEND,” adapting tasks effectively so these pupils “achieve well.”
- Children in Reception gain a “solid foundation for future learning” in a “bright, cheerful environment.”
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure all staff “check pupils’ knowledge and understanding well enough” to identify gaps and address misconceptions.
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 | 17% |
| 2023/24 | 40% |
| 2024/25 | 60% |
| 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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