Sexton's Manor Primary School
83%
Capacity
175
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Sexton's Manor Primary School
Sexton's Manor Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the West Suffolk community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 175 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sexton's Manor Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lorraine Ratcliffe, it falls under Suffolk local authority.
Sexton's Manor Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 41 applications for 20 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
Sexton's Manor Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is below average, with 27% recommending the school (11 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sexton's Manor Primary School include Art Studios, Gymnasium, Library, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Rounders, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Choir, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Suffolk, Sexton's Manor 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 | Greene Road, Bury St Edmunds, West Suffolk, IP33 3HG |
| Headteacher | Lorraine Ratcliffe |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Number of Pupils | 175 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.9% |
| School Capacity | 175 / 210 (83% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Jun 2018Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Jun 2018): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 6 Jun 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
11 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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
41
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Greene Road, Bury St Edmunds
West Suffolk, IP33 3HG
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