St Gregory Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Sudbury, CO10 2BJ · Suffolk · primary school
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114th 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 — 4.5/10 against 2,721 of them, against 4.2/10 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 | 64.0 · 49 | 40% | 1.97 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Gregory Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 64.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, matching the national median of 64%. However, 3.0% reached the higher standard, compared to the national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (4.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.2 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Craft, Cooking, Art & Craft, Beau Dance & Performing Arts, and Drama clubs. Sports options include Football, Girls Football, and Dodgeball. The school offers Junior and Senior choirs, Midwinter Concerts, talent shows, and school plays. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 227 pupils against a stated capacity of 254. 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 not reaching the higher standard in core subjects? What specific support is available for children joining the breakfast or after-school clubs? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating in practice?
What Ofsted said about St Gregory Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Overview
St Gregory Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School continues to be a good school. Pupils are described as happy, respectful, and safe, benefiting from a calm learning environment and a curriculum that generally sequences learning in sensible steps. The report highlights strong provision for reading, writing, and pupils with special educational needs, alongside effective safeguarding arrangements.
Strengths
- Pupils achieve well in most subjects due to teachers with good subject knowledge who introduce key vocabulary clearly and regularly check understanding.
- Leaders ensure all pupils develop into confident readers and writers, taking prompt action through catch-up programmes if gaps are identified.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are quickly identified and receive carefully planned support, allowing them to achieve their best.
- The school fosters a positive culture where pupils take on responsibilities, such as leading prayers or serving on the school council, contributing to a sense of community.
- Children in the early years are engaged and enthusiastic, following class routines confidently and exploring a wide range of activities.
Areas to improve
- Some subject leaders lack regular opportunities to monitor how their curriculum is taught, meaning issues like insufficient revisiting of key knowledge are not resolved quickly enough.
- Leaders should ensure a clear cycle of monitoring exists to inform training and support for teachers, further strengthening achievement in all subjects.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff well trained to identify risks and report concerns promptly, while pupils know how to keep safe both in school and online.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 55% |
| 2023/24 | 29% |
| 2024/25 | 64% |
| 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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