Otley Primary School
81%
Capacity
57
Pupils
4.0x
Demand
About Otley Primary School
Otley Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the East Suffolk community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 57 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 70 places).
Ofsted has rated Otley Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Hannah Evans, it falls under Suffolk local authority.
Otley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 12 applications for 3 places, making it 4.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 3 were first-preference applications.
Otley Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 67% recommending the school (12 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Otley Primary School include Sensory Room, Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cross Country, Football, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Suffolk, Otley 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 | Chapel Road, Ipswich, East Suffolk, IP6 9NT |
| Headteacher | Hannah Evans |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Number of Pupils | 57 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.9% |
| School Capacity | 57 / 70 (81% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jul 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
12 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed3
12
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
3 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Chapel Road, Ipswich
East Suffolk, IP6 9NT
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