Rendlesham Primary School
92%
Capacity
291
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Rendlesham Primary School
Rendlesham 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 291 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Rendlesham Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Hannah Woodruffe, it falls under Suffolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 39% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12639th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 61st out of 72 in East Suffolk.
Rendlesham Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 39 applications for 31 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 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 Rendlesham Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Forest School, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Library, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Swimming, Cricket, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Film Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Suffolk, Rendlesham 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 | Sycamore Drive, Woodbridge, East Suffolk, IP12 2GF |
| Headteacher | Hannah Woodruffe |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Number of Pupils | 291 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.6% |
| School Capacity | 291 / 315 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (30 Jun 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 22 Jul 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (39%)
12639th of 13,686
Nationally
1442nd of 1,612
In East of England
61st of 72
In East Suffolk
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
39%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
39%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed31
39
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (79% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Sycamore Drive, Woodbridge
East Suffolk, IP12 2GF
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