Bures Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
89%
Capacity
186
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Bures Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Bures 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 186 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Bures Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Michaela Harris, it falls under Suffolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6420th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 34 in Babergh.
Bures Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 35 applications for 18 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 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 Bures Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School include Library, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Gymnastics, Athletics, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Babergh, Bures 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 | Nayland Road, Bures, Babergh, CO8 5BX |
| Headteacher | Michaela Harris |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Number of Pupils | 186 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.0% |
| School Capacity | 186 / 210 (89% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6420th of 13,686
Nationally
689th of 1,612
In East of England
17th of 34
In Babergh
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
64%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed18
35
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bures Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
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Contact Information
Nayland Road, Bures
Babergh, CO8 5BX
Journey to School
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