Abbot's Hall Community Primary School
86%
Capacity
361
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Abbot's Hall Community Primary School
Abbot's Hall Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Mid Suffolk community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 361 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Abbot's Hall Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Daniel Pettitt, it falls under Suffolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4442nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 39 in Mid Suffolk.
Abbot's Hall Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 98 applications for 49 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 43 were first-preference applications.
Abbot's Hall Community Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 84% recommending the school (50 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Abbot's Hall Community Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Forest School, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Athletics, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Chess, Film Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mid Suffolk, Abbot's Hall Community Primary School is one of the options available in the East of England region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Danescourt Avenue, Stowmarket, Mid Suffolk, IP14 1QF |
| Headteacher | Daniel Pettitt |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Number of Pupils | 361 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.3% |
| School Capacity | 361 / 420 (86% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Mar 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4442nd of 13,686
Nationally
460th of 1,612
In East of England
8th of 39
In Mid Suffolk
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
69%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
50 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed49
98
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
43 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Abbot's Hall Community Primary School
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Contact Information
Danescourt Avenue, Stowmarket
Mid Suffolk, IP14 1QF
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