Pot Kiln Primary School
80%
Capacity
265
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Pot Kiln Primary School
Pot Kiln Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Babergh community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 265 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 330 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Pot Kiln Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sean Ambrose, it falls under Suffolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 45% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11754th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 34 in Babergh.
Pot Kiln Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 30 applications for 14 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 14 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Pot Kiln Primary School include Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Cross Country, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.2%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Babergh, Pot Kiln 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Butt Road, Sudbury, Babergh, CO10 0DS |
| Headteacher | Sean Ambrose |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Number of Pupils | 265 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.2% |
| School Capacity | 265 / 330 (80% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Apr 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (7 Apr 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Dec 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (45%)
11754th of 13,686
Nationally
1324th of 1,612
In East of England
26th of 34
In Babergh
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
45%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
45%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed14
30
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
14 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Butt Road, Sudbury
Babergh, CO10 0DS
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