Melton Primary School

About Melton Primary School

Melton Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the East Suffolk community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 174 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Melton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Caroline Richardson / Emma Mann, it falls under Suffolk local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 38% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12702nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 62nd out of 72 in East Suffolk.

Melton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 32 applications for 20 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.

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 Melton Primary School include Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Rounders, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Art Club, Coding and 2 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in East Suffolk, Melton 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.

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