Earl Soham Community Primary School
92%
Capacity
77
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Earl Soham Community Primary School
Earl Soham Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the East Suffolk community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 77 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 84 places).
Ofsted has rated Earl Soham Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jen Carlyle, it falls under Suffolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8598th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 43rd out of 72 in East Suffolk.
Earl Soham Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 21 applications for 8 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 8 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Earl Soham Community Primary School include Sports Hall, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Swimming, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Eco Club, Science Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Suffolk, Earl Soham 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Earl Soham, Earl Soham Primary School, Woodbridge, East Suffolk, IP13 7SA |
| Headteacher | Jen Carlyle |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Number of Pupils | 77 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.9% |
| School Capacity | 77 / 84 (92% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8598th of 13,686
Nationally
931st of 1,612
In East of England
43rd of 72
In East Suffolk
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
57%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed8
21
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
8 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Earl Soham, Earl Soham Primary School, Woodbridge
East Suffolk, IP13 7SA
Earl Soham, Earl Soham Primary School, Woodbridge
East Suffolk, IP13 7SA
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