Bealings School
96%
Capacity
101
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Bealings School
Bealings School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the East Suffolk community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 101 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Bealings School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ana Da Piedade, it falls under Suffolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7849th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 72 in East Suffolk.
Bealings School is a popular choice with families — it received 38 applications for 15 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bealings School include Library, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Dance, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Choir, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 1.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Suffolk, Bealings 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 | Sandy Lane, Woodbridge, East Suffolk, IP13 6LW |
| Headteacher | Ana Da Piedade |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Number of Pupils | 101 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 1.0% |
| School Capacity | 101 / 105 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7849th of 13,686
Nationally
851st of 1,612
In East of England
37th of 72
In East Suffolk
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
60%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
38
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bealings School
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Contact Information
Sandy Lane, Woodbridge
East Suffolk, IP13 6LW
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