Dale Hall Community Primary School
99%
Capacity
414
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Dale Hall Community Primary School
Dale Hall Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Ipswich community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 414 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Dale Hall Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Dedicoat, it falls under Suffolk local authority.
Dale Hall Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 137 applications for 59 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 80 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dale Hall Community Primary School include Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Library, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Football, Rounders, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Choir, Chess, Coding.
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 Ipswich, Dale Hall Community 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Dale Hall Lane, Ipswich, Ipswich, IP1 4LX |
| Headteacher | Joanne Dedicoat |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Number of Pupils | 414 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.2% |
| School Capacity | 414 / 420 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Dec 2019Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Dec 2019): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Apr 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
137
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
80 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Dale Hall Lane, Ipswich
Ipswich, IP1 4LX
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