St Peter and St Paul Church of England Primary School, Eye
Eye, IP23 7BD · Suffolk · primary school
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93rd 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 — 5.3/10 against 3,131 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 | 40% | 1.56 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Peter and St Paul Church of England Primary School, Eye overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 60.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. 10.0% reached the higher standard, 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 (5.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.9 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in 2022.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Dance Club, Fishy Club, Football Club, Fencing, Tri Golf, Street Dance Workshop, and Circus Skills. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 200 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the fencing programme accommodate different skill levels?
What Ofsted said about St Peter and St Paul Church of England Primary School, Eye
Overview
Pupils enjoy attending this "friendly school" where they "feel safe" and benefit from "warm relationships" with staff. The curriculum is described as "ambitious for all pupils," with leaders ensuring that "most pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, learn well."
Strengths
- Staff maintain "high expectations" and carefully plan for individual needs, ensuring "all pupils are successfully included in school life."
- Leaders have implemented a "strong focus on reading," including a new phonics programme that helps pupils who struggle to "quickly catch up."
- In the best curriculum areas, teachers effectively break down knowledge into "small chunks" to help pupils "remember and apply the necessary knowledge and skills."
- Pupils demonstrate good behaviour, treating each other with "respect and kindness" while being "accepting of each other’s differences."
- Governors are "effective in fulfilling their statutory duties" and hold leaders to account regarding the school’s vision and financial management.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure teaching staff are equipped with the expertise to support all pupils to "engage with their learning in a timely manner," particularly when pupils become distracted.
- Leaders need to ensure all staff have sufficient training in subject delivery so teachers are clear about "what information pupils need to know and when" and can effectively check for understanding.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective," noting that staff are trained to identify risks and use a new recording system to report concerns.
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 | 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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