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Glemsford Primary Academy

Glemsford Primary Academy

Babergh, CO10 7RFPrimary School·Ages 2-11
Goodby Ofsted

94%

Capacity

244

Pupils

1.1x

Demand

About Glemsford Primary Academy

Glemsford Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Babergh community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 244 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 259 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Glemsford Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicolas George, it falls under Suffolk local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1049th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 34 in Babergh.

Glemsford Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 28 applications for 25 places, making it 1.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Glemsford Primary Academy include Sensory Room, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Library, Forest School, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cross Country, Football, Cricket, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Chess.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Babergh, Glemsford Primary Academy 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 Range2 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressLion Road, Sudbury, Babergh, CO10 7RF
HeadteacherNicolas George
Local AuthoritySuffolk
Number of Pupils244
Free School Meals (FSM)20.2%
School Capacity244 / 259 (94% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

20 Apr 2023
View Report

Overall Effectiveness

Good

Latest inspection (20 Apr 2023): School remains Good

Improved
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Good

Source: Ofsted, 17 Jan 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)

1049th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 10%

102nd of 1,612

In East of England

Top 10%

3rd of 34

In Babergh

Top 10%

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

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

83%

Expected Standard

13%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 107
Expected:87%
Higher:43%
Writing
Expected:87%
Higher:22%
MathsAvg Score: 105
Expected:91%
Higher:26%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeImproving +7%

'22/23

76%

'23/24

83%

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

SEND Support

AutismMental HealthSpeech & Language

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

Facilities

9
Sensory RoomSports HallICT SuiteOutdoor PlaygroundGymnasiumMusic RoomsLibraryForest SchoolChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

7

Sports

NetballCross CountryFootballCricket

Clubs & Activities

CodingBook ClubChess

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

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

25

Applications

28

Balanced

Applications roughly match available places

Applications to places ratio1.1x
0x1x2x3x5x+

25 families put this school as their 1st choice (89% of all applications)

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Glemsford Primary Academy

Glemsford Primary Academy 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

01787283200www.glemsfordprimaryacademy.co.uk

Lion Road, Sudbury

Babergh, CO10 7RF

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Lion Road, Sudbury

Babergh, CO10 7RF

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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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