Helmingham Primary School and Nursery
22%
Capacity
20
Pupils
9.0x
Demand
About Helmingham Primary School and Nursery
Helmingham Primary School and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Mid Suffolk community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 20 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (22% of 90 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Helmingham Primary School and Nursery "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Stephanie Powley, it falls under Suffolk local authority.
Helmingham Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 9 applications for 1 places, making it 9.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 1 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Other Difficulty/Disability. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Helmingham Primary School and Nursery include Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Library, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Rounders, Gymnastics, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Coding, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mid Suffolk, Helmingham Primary School and Nursery 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | School Road, Stowmarket, Mid Suffolk, IP14 6EX |
| Headteacher | Stephanie Powley |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Number of Pupils | 20 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.3% |
| School Capacity | 20 / 90 (22% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed1
9
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
1 families put this school as their 1st choice (11% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Road, Stowmarket
Mid Suffolk, IP14 6EX
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