Boxford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
85%
Capacity
179
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Boxford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Boxford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Babergh community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 179 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Boxford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Lea, it falls under Suffolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5213th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 34 in Babergh.
Boxford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 35 applications for 22 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
Boxford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 83% recommending the school (52 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Boxford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Library, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Gardening, Choir, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Babergh, Boxford 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Stone Street Road, Sudbury, Babergh, CO10 5NP |
| Headteacher | Emma Lea |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Number of Pupils | 179 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.2% |
| School Capacity | 179 / 210 (85% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5213th of 13,686
Nationally
539th of 1,612
In East of England
13th of 34
In Babergh
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
52 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
35
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Boxford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Stone Street Road, Sudbury
Babergh, CO10 5NP
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