Bentley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
79%
Capacity
44
Pupils
22.0x
Demand
About Bentley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Bentley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Babergh community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 44 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Bentley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Austin, it falls under Suffolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11865th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 34 in Babergh.
Bentley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 22 applications for 1 places, making it 22.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 1 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bentley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School include Forest School, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Swimming, Cricket, Athletics, as well as clubs including Gardening, Science Club, Film Club, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Babergh, Bentley Church of England Voluntary Controlled 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Church Road, Ipswich, Babergh, IP9 2BT |
| Headteacher | Joanne Austin |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Number of Pupils | 44 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.7% |
| School Capacity | 44 / 56 (79% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 May 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Mar 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (44%)
11865th of 13,686
Nationally
1337th of 1,612
In East of England
29th of 34
In Babergh
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
44%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
44%
'23/24
44%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed1
22
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
1 families put this school as their 1st choice (5% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bentley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
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Contact Information
Church Road, Ipswich
Babergh, IP9 2BT
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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