Bentley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
About Bentley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Bentley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a small state primary in Babergh, Suffolk, and it is exceptionally popular with local families. In the 2025/26 admissions round, the school received 22 applications for just one available place, giving an oversubscription ratio of 22 to one. That level of demand, combined with the fact that only one first-preference offer was made, suggests that securing a place here is highly competitive and that the school is a first-choice destination for many parents in the area. While the Department for Education does not publish a parent-view survey result for this school, the sheer volume of applications relative to capacity — the school has space for 56 pupils but currently rolls just 44 — points to strong local reputation and trust.
Key Details
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 May 2024Latest monitoring visit (23 May 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 27 Mar 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
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