Henley Primary School
88%
Capacity
92
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Henley Primary School
Henley Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Mid Suffolk community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 92 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Henley Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stephanie Powley, it falls under Suffolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11367th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 39 in Mid Suffolk.
Henley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 50 applications for 15 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
Henley Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 83% recommending the school (23 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Henley Primary School include Library, Forest School, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Rounders, Gymnastics, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mid Suffolk, Henley 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Ashbocking Road, Ipswich, Mid Suffolk, IP6 0QX |
| Headteacher | Stephanie Powley |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Number of Pupils | 92 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.6% |
| School Capacity | 92 / 105 (88% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11367th of 13,686
Nationally
1270th of 1,612
In East of England
29th of 39
In Mid Suffolk
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
47%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
23 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
50
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Henley Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Ashbocking Road, Ipswich
Mid Suffolk, IP6 0QX
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