Guildhall Feoffment Community Primary School
80%
Capacity
338
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Guildhall Feoffment Community Primary School
Guildhall Feoffment Community 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 338 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Guildhall Feoffment Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrew Matthews & Fiona-Catherine Thompson, it falls under Suffolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 81% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1392nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 44 in West Suffolk.
Guildhall Feoffment Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 99 applications for 41 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.
Guildhall Feoffment Community Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (79 responses).
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 Guildhall Feoffment Community Primary School include Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Rounders, Football, Tennis, as well as clubs including Drama, Art Club, Film Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Suffolk, Guildhall Feoffment Community 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 | Bridewell Lane, Bury St Edmunds, West Suffolk, IP33 1RE |
| Headteacher | Andrew Matthews & Fiona-Catherine Thompson |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Number of Pupils | 338 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.3% |
| School Capacity | 338 / 420 (80% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (81%)
1392nd of 13,686
Nationally
128th of 1,612
In East of England
2nd of 44
In West Suffolk
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
81%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
81%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
79 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed41
99
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
40 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Guildhall Feoffment Community Primary School
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Contact Information
Bridewell Lane, Bury St Edmunds
West Suffolk, IP33 1RE
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