Bramford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
73%
Capacity
220
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Bramford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Bramford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Mid Suffolk community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 220 pupils on roll, operating at 73% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Bramford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Diane Turner, it falls under Suffolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 40% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12482nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 39 in Mid Suffolk.
Bramford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 88 applications for 45 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bramford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School include Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Forest School, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Cricket, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Science Club, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mid Suffolk, Bramford 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 | Duckamere, Ipswich, Mid Suffolk, IP8 4AH |
| Headteacher | Diane Turner |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Number of Pupils | 220 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.2% |
| School Capacity | 220 / 300 (73% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 15 Nov 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (40%)
12482nd of 13,686
Nationally
1419th of 1,612
In East of England
34th of 39
In Mid Suffolk
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
40%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
40%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
88
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bramford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
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Contact Information
Duckamere, Ipswich
Mid Suffolk, IP8 4AH
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