St Felix Roman Catholic Primary School, Haverhill
HAVERHILL, CB9 9DE · Suffolk · primary school
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162nd 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 4,240 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.1/10 among them, against 2.3/10 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 | 45.0 · 13 | 40% | 0.51 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Felix Roman Catholic Primary School, Haverhill overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 45.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the school’s figure was 5.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.1 out of 10 among them, against 2.3 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join clubs such as Times Tables Rock Stars, Art & DT, Dance, Rosary, Earth Cubs, E-Safety, Reading, and Mini Vinnies. Sports include football and multi-skills, while arts and music cover violin, piano, and drums.
Getting in
The published school roll is 217 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
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in literacy? What specific strategies are used to raise attainment in maths? How does the curriculum integrate the named arts and music activities into daily learning?
What Ofsted said about St Felix Roman Catholic Primary School, Haverhill
Overview
Pupils enjoy school and benefit from "substantial improvements" following a previous inadequate rating. The report describes a school where children are "confident learners" who work hard to meet high expectations within a supportive Catholic ethos. Leaders have successfully raised standards, with pupils leaving Year 6 "ready for secondary school."
Strengths
- The curriculum is "ambitious" and "well organised," with staff receiving effective guidance and training to deliver high-quality lessons.
- Achievement in English and mathematics in key stage 1 is "particularly strong" and "well above national averages."
- Reading is a clear strength, with staff consistently supporting pupils to become "fluent readers" through accurate phonics teaching.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are "fully included" and receive well-considered support from staff and external specialists.
- Behaviour is orderly, with pupils demonstrating respect for diverse beliefs and older pupils caring for younger ones in leadership roles.
Areas to improve
- Some curriculum plans expect pupils to learn "too much in a short space of time," leading to a "shallow understanding" and forgotten knowledge.
- Assessment checks do not always identify when pupils forget key knowledge from "previous terms or years," resulting in gaps in understanding.
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 | 43% |
| 2023/24 | 63% |
| 2024/25 | 45% |
| 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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