Grace Cook Primary School
67%
Capacity
182
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Grace Cook Primary School
Grace Cook Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Mid Suffolk community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 182 pupils on roll, operating at 67% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Grace Cook Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lisa Mayes, it falls under Suffolk local authority.
Grace Cook Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 83 applications for 29 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 were first-preference applications.
Grace Cook Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 83% recommending the school (47 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Multi-Sensory Impairment and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Grace Cook Primary School include Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, ICT Suite.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Cross Country, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Film Club, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mid Suffolk, Grace Cook 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Fuller Way, Stowmarket, Mid Suffolk, IP14 1GG |
| Headteacher | Lisa Mayes |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Number of Pupils | 182 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.2% |
| School Capacity | 182 / 270 (67% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
47 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
83
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Fuller Way, Stowmarket
Mid Suffolk, IP14 1GG
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