St Margaret's CEVAP School, Ipswich
Ipswich, IP4 2BT · Suffolk · primary school
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89th 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 — 5.2/10 against 3,328 of them, against 5.0/10 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 | 63.0 · 46 | 40% | 1.85 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 25% | 1.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Margaret's CEVAP School, Ipswich overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 63.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 8.0% 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 (5.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.0 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2024.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the choir.
Getting in
The published school roll is 413 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 close to the expected standard in maths? What does a typical lunchtime look like for a child not in a club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2024 inspection?
What Ofsted said about St Margaret's CEVAP School, Ipswich
Overview
St Margaret’s is described as a “warm and inspirational place to be” where pupils “deeply respect and show kindness to everyone.” The school maintains its overall judgement of good, though evidence suggests it might achieve an outstanding grade if a graded inspection were conducted now.
Strengths
- Staff form “highly nurturing relationships” with pupils, giving them the “complete confidence to share their feelings and worries.”
- The school offers a “highly ambitious curriculum” with “consistently high standard” teaching, including expert-led computing and music.
- Pupils become “confident readers” through effective phonics teaching and access to “high-quality books and texts.”
- There is a “treasure trove of enrichment opportunities,” such as performances at Snape Maltings and workshops at Christchurch Mansion.
- The environment is “highly inclusive,” with specialist support ensuring non-verbal pupils can communicate and those with high needs are fully included.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff always following up on concerns to help keep pupils safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 75% |
| 2023/24 | 64% |
| 2024/25 | 63% |
| 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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