Trimley St Mary Primary School
Felixstowe, IP11 0ST · Suffolk · primary school
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201st 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 3,450 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.6/10 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 | 44.0 · 12 | 62% | 0.72 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 38% | 1.54 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Trimley St Mary Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 44.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 5.0%, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.6 out of 10 among them, against 2.3 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 389 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 below the expected standard in core subjects? What specific support is available for those aiming for the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about Trimley St Mary Primary School
Overview
The report states that the school is “improving rapidly” following decisive action by new leadership to overhaul the curriculum. While pupils enjoy attending and behave well, the quality of education is judged as “Requires improvement” because the revised curriculum is not yet consistently implemented across all subjects.
Strengths
- Pupils “enjoy coming to school” and benefit from engaging activities such as ‘Wild Wednesday’ sessions and visits to the local aerospace centre.
- Behaviour is “Good”, with staff effectively managing disruption and resolving unkind behaviour quickly and sensitively.
- Early years provision is “Good”, with children building strong foundations through play and structured learning.
- Reading is prioritised from Reception, with well-trained staff ensuring most pupils become “confident readers”.
- Staff feel “very well supported by leaders” regarding workload and well-being, and governors provide effective challenge.
Areas to improve
- Curriculum implementation must be consistent in all subjects to ensure pupils “know and remember key knowledge” through sufficient practice.
- Leaders must ensure teachers have the necessary training and expertise to deliver the curriculum effectively across all subjects.
- Curriculum delivery must be better adapted for disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND to fully meet their learning needs.
Safeguarding
The report confirms 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 | 42% |
| 2023/24 | 48% |
| 2024/25 | 44% |
| 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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