Stonham Aspal Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Stowmarket, IP14 6AF · Suffolk · primary school
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145th 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 4,199 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.3/10 among them, against 2.7/10 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 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Stonham Aspal Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School 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%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0%, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.3 out of 10 among them, against 2.7 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Rock Steady club, play archery and lacrosse, or take piano lessons.
Getting in
The published school roll is 162 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 to bridge the gap between the current 45.0% attainment rate and the national median? What specific strategies are in place to improve results in the next inspection cycle?
What Ofsted said about Stonham Aspal Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Overview
Stonham Aspal Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School continues to be a good school. Pupils enjoy attending this "happy, friendly school" where they feel safe and behave well. Leaders have established a well-planned curriculum that builds knowledge over time, supported by staff with good subject expertise.
Strengths
- Pupils are "confident that adults will sort out any disagreements" and bullying is "very rare."
- The curriculum is "well-planned," ensuring pupils build knowledge and skills from early years to Year 6, with precise vocabulary used in subjects like art.
- Leaders promote a "love of reading," using a new phonics scheme that helps most pupils "rapidly become fluent readers."
- Staff provide effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), enabling them to access the same curriculum as their peers.
- Governors are "skilled and knowledgeable," supporting school development effectively while leaders remain "considerate of [staff] workload."
Areas to improve
- Teachers are not consistently using assessment well in all foundation subjects, meaning pupils do not always know how to improve their work; leaders should ensure high-quality feedback across all subjects.
- Pupils lack sufficient opportunities to gain a good understanding of diverse cultures; leaders should implement plans to raise awareness and diversify experiences.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with robust systems in place, appropriate staff training, and proactive follow-up on concerns to ensure pupils are safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 60% |
| 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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