Occold Primary School
69%
Capacity
48
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Occold Primary School
Occold 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 48 pupils on roll, operating at 69% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Occold Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Bobby Varela, it falls under Suffolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6628th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 39 in Mid Suffolk.
Occold Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 7 applications for 5 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 5 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Occold Primary School include Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Library, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Dance, Swimming, Tennis, as well as clubs including Science Club, Gardening, Art Club, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mid Suffolk, Occold 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 | The Street, Eye, Mid Suffolk, IP23 7PL |
| Headteacher | Bobby Varela |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Number of Pupils | 48 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.4% |
| School Capacity | 48 / 70 (69% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Jan 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Oct 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6628th of 13,686
Nationally
715th of 1,612
In East of England
14th of 39
In Mid Suffolk
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
63%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed5
7
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
5 families put this school as their 1st choice (71% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
The Street, Eye
Mid Suffolk, IP23 7PL
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