Clifford Road Primary School & Nursery
102%
Capacity
428
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Clifford Road Primary School & Nursery
Clifford Road Primary School & Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Ipswich community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 428 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Clifford Road Primary School & Nursery "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Cieran Dadds, it falls under Suffolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 31% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13197th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 27 in Ipswich.
Clifford Road Primary School & Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 57 applications for 31 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
Clifford Road Primary School & Nursery parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 89% recommending the school (93 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Clifford Road Primary School & Nursery include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, Gymnasium, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Cross Country, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Ipswich, Clifford Road Primary School & Nursery 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Clifford Road, Ipswich, Ipswich, IP4 1PJ |
| Headteacher | Cieran Dadds |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Number of Pupils | 428 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.8% |
| School Capacity | 428 / 420 (102% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (31%)
13197th of 13,686
Nationally
1526th of 1,612
In East of England
25th of 27
In Ipswich
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
31%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
31%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
93 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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed31
57
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Clifford Road Primary School & Nursery
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Contact Information
Clifford Road, Ipswich
Ipswich, IP4 1PJ
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