Laureate Community Academy
115%
Capacity
241
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Laureate Community Academy
Laureate Community Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the West Suffolk community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 241 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (115% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Laureate Community Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mr David Perkins & Mrs Catherine Dalton, it falls under Suffolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 76% 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 2536th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 44 in West Suffolk.
Laureate Community Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 63 applications for 29 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
Laureate Community Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 93% recommending the school (28 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Laureate Community Academy include Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Dance, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Drama, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Suffolk, Laureate Community Academy 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 | Exning Road, Newmarket, West Suffolk, CB8 0AN |
| Headteacher | Mr David Perkins & Mrs Catherine Dalton |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Number of Pupils | 241 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.8% |
| School Capacity | 241 / 210 (115% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (76%)
2536th of 13,686
Nationally
246th of 1,612
In East of England
5th of 44
In West Suffolk
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
76%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
76%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
28 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
5Facilities 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
63
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Laureate Community Academy
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Contact Information
Exning Road, Newmarket
West Suffolk, CB8 0AN
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