Martlesham Primary Academy
83%
Capacity
116
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Martlesham Primary Academy
Martlesham Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the East Suffolk community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 116 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 140 places).
Ofsted has rated Martlesham Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Churchman, it falls under Suffolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7935th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 38th out of 72 in East Suffolk.
Martlesham Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 25 applications for 11 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Martlesham Primary Academy include ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Rounders, Dance, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Coding, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Suffolk, Martlesham Primary 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Black Tiles Lane, Woodbridge, East Suffolk, IP12 4SS |
| Headteacher | Emma Churchman |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Number of Pupils | 116 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.7% |
| School Capacity | 116 / 140 (83% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (27 Mar 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Nov 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7935th of 13,686
Nationally
860th of 1,612
In East of England
38th of 72
In East Suffolk
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
60%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed11
25
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Black Tiles Lane, Woodbridge
East Suffolk, IP12 4SS
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