Rougham Church of England Primary School
91%
Capacity
191
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Rougham Church of England Primary School
Rougham Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the West Suffolk community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 191 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Rougham Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Clare Clark, it falls under Suffolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8957th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 44 in West Suffolk.
Rougham Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 69 applications for 30 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Rougham Church of England Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Cross Country, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Film Club, Drama, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Suffolk, Rougham 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 | Church Road, Bury St. Edmunds, West Suffolk, IP30 9JJ |
| Headteacher | Clare Clark |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Number of Pupils | 191 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.6% |
| School Capacity | 191 / 210 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8957th of 13,686
Nationally
979th of 1,612
In East of England
28th of 44
In West Suffolk
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
57%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
69
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rougham Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Church Road, Bury St. Edmunds
West Suffolk, IP30 9JJ
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