Sproughton Church of England Primary School
96%
Capacity
101
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Sproughton Church of England Primary School
Sproughton Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Babergh community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 101 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Sproughton Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jane Stalham, it falls under Suffolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6979th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 34 in Babergh.
Sproughton Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 49 applications for 15 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
Sproughton Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (36 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sproughton Church of England Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Athletics, Swimming, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Chess, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Babergh, Sproughton 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Church Lane, Ipswich, Babergh, IP8 3BB |
| Headteacher | Jane Stalham |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Number of Pupils | 101 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.9% |
| School Capacity | 101 / 105 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Feb 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Feb 2025): Improved significantly
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Dec 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6979th of 13,686
Nationally
750th of 1,612
In East of England
19th of 34
In Babergh
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
19%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
63%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
36 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
49
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sproughton Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Church Lane, Ipswich
Babergh, IP8 3BB
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