Exning Primary School
102%
Capacity
229
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Exning Primary School
Exning Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the West Suffolk community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 229 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 225 places).
the school is led by headteacher James Clark - Regional Director for Primaries Emma Hardy - Co-Headteacher, it falls under Suffolk local authority.
Exning Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 77 applications for 29 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 42 were first-preference applications.
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 Exning Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Library, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cross Country, Gymnastics, Dance, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Suffolk, Exning 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 | Oxford Street, Newmarket, West Suffolk, CB8 7EW |
| Headteacher | James Clark - Regional Director for Primaries Emma Hardy - Co-Headteacher |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Number of Pupils | 229 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.3% |
| School Capacity | 229 / 225 (102% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Jan 2020Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Feb 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
77
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
42 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Oxford Street, Newmarket
West Suffolk, CB8 7EW
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