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Cedarwood Primary School

Cedarwood Primary School

East Suffolk, IP5 2ESPrimary School·Ages 5-11
Goodby Ofsted

98%

Capacity

413

Pupils

2.1x

Demand

About Cedarwood Primary School

Cedarwood Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the East Suffolk community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 413 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 420 places).

Ofsted has rated Cedarwood Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Tina Shute, it falls under Suffolk local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7084th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 72 in East Suffolk.

Cedarwood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 99 applications for 46 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 42 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 Cedarwood Primary School include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Dance, Netball, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Chess, Gardening.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in East Suffolk, Cedarwood 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range5 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressWilkinson Drive, Ipswich, East Suffolk, IP5 2ES
HeadteacherTina Shute
Local AuthoritySuffolk
Number of Pupils413
Free School Meals (FSM)9.2%
School Capacity413 / 420 (98% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

19 Jan 2023
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Overall Effectiveness

Good

Latest inspection (19 Jan 2023): School remains Good

Unchanged
Leadership & Management
Good

Source: Ofsted, 6 Sept 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)

7084th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 52%

763rd of 1,612

In East of England

Top 50%

31st of 72

In East Suffolk

Top 50%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

62%

Expected Standard

13%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 107
Expected:77%
Higher:38%
Writing
Expected:72%
Higher:16%
MathsAvg Score: 106
Expected:74%
Higher:34%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeImproving +9%

'22/23

53%

'23/24

62%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & Language

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

6
Playing FieldsICT SuiteSensory RoomMusic RoomsDining HallChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

9

Sports

SwimmingDanceNetballAthleticsRounders

Clubs & Activities

DramaBook ClubChessGardening

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

46

Applications

99

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio2.2x
0x1x2x3x5x+

42 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Cedarwood Primary School

Cedarwood Primary School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01473612981www.cedarwoodprimary.org.uk

Wilkinson Drive, Ipswich

East Suffolk, IP5 2ES

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Wilkinson Drive, Ipswich

East Suffolk, IP5 2ES

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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