Gorseland Primary School
96%
Capacity
483
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Gorseland Primary School
Gorseland Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the East Suffolk community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 483 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 502 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Gorseland Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Elizabeth Green, 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 8634th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 44th out of 72 in East Suffolk.
Gorseland Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 108 applications for 41 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Gorseland Primary School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Library, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Football, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Eco Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Suffolk, Gorseland 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Deben Avenue, Gorseland, IPSWICH, East Suffolk, IP5 3QR |
| Headteacher | Elizabeth Green |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Number of Pupils | 483 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.1% |
| School Capacity | 483 / 502 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8634th of 13,686
Nationally
936th of 1,612
In East of England
44th 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
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed41
108
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
41 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
Deben Avenue, Gorseland, IPSWICH
East Suffolk, IP5 3QR
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