Palgrave Church of England Primary School
133%
Capacity
84
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Palgrave Church of England Primary School
Palgrave Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Mid Suffolk community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 84 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (133% of 63 places).
Ofsted has rated Palgrave Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Julia Waters, it falls under Suffolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11481st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 39 in Mid Suffolk.
Palgrave Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 20 applications for 8 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 8 were first-preference applications.
Palgrave Church of England Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 5 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 90% recommending the school (20 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Palgrave Church of England Primary School include ICT Suite, Forest School, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Dance, Netball, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Eco Club, Art Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mid Suffolk, Palgrave Church of England 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Palgrave, Nr Diss, Mid Suffolk, IP22 1AG |
| Headteacher | Julia Waters |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Number of Pupils | 84 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.1% |
| School Capacity | 84 / 63 (133% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Nov 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11481st of 13,686
Nationally
1285th of 1,612
In East of England
32nd of 39
In Mid Suffolk
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
47%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
20 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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed8
20
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
8 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Palgrave Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Palgrave, Nr Diss
Mid Suffolk, IP22 1AG
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