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Fressingfield Church of England Primary School

Fressingfield Church of England Primary School

Mid Suffolk, IP21 5RUPrimary School·Ages 4-11
Goodby Ofsted

69%

Capacity

96

Pupils

1.8x

Demand

About Fressingfield Church of England Primary School

Fressingfield Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Mid Suffolk community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 96 pupils on roll, operating at 69% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Fressingfield Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mark Taylor, it falls under Suffolk local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8000th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 24th out of 39 in Mid Suffolk.

Fressingfield Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 18 applications for 10 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Fressingfield Church of England Primary School include Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Cricket, Netball, Football, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Science Club, Gardening and 1 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Mid Suffolk, Fressingfield Church of England 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 Range4 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterChurch of England
AddressSchool Lane, Stradbroke Road, Eye, Mid Suffolk, IP21 5RU
HeadteacherMark Taylor
Local AuthoritySuffolk
Number of Pupils96
Free School Meals (FSM)15.4%
School Capacity96 / 140 (69% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

1 Jul 2022
View Report

Overall Effectiveness

Good

Latest inspection (1 Jul 2022): School remains Good

Improved
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Good

Source: Ofsted, 6 Sept 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)

8000th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 58%

869th of 1,612

In East of England

Top 54%

24th of 39

In Mid Suffolk

Top 62%

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

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

59%

Expected Standard

0%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 104
Expected:82%
Higher:18%
Writing
Expected:71%
Higher:0%
MathsAvg Score: 104
Expected:82%
Higher:6%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeImproving +17%

'22/23

42%

'23/24

59%

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

SEND Support

DyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingPhysicalLearning Difficulty

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

Facilities

5
Sensory RoomGymnasiumOutdoor PlaygroundSports HallChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

9

Sports

TennisCricketNetballFootball

Clubs & Activities

Book ClubDramaScience ClubGardeningEco Club

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

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

10

Applications

18

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio1.8x
0x1x2x3x5x+

10 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Fressingfield Church of England Primary School

Fressingfield Church of England 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

01379586393www.fressingfield.suffolk.sch.uk/

School Lane, Stradbroke Road, Eye

Mid Suffolk, IP21 5RU

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School Lane, Stradbroke Road, Eye

Mid Suffolk, IP21 5RU

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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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