St Edmund's Primary School
69%
Capacity
72
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About St Edmund's Primary School
St Edmund's Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Mid Suffolk community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 72 pupils on roll, operating at 69% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Edmund's Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Henry Huxtable, it falls under Suffolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 20% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13555th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 39th out of 39 in Mid Suffolk.
St Edmund's Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 14 applications for 8 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 8 were first-preference applications.
St Edmund's Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 59% recommending the school (17 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Edmund's Primary School include Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Library, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Football, Cricket, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Film Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mid Suffolk, St Edmund's 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Heckfield Green, Eye, Mid Suffolk, IP21 5AD |
| Headteacher | Henry Huxtable |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Number of Pupils | 72 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.0% |
| School Capacity | 72 / 105 (69% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jun 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (20%)
13555th of 13,686
Nationally
1582nd of 1,612
In East of England
39th of 39
In Mid Suffolk
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
20%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
20%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
17 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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed8
14
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
8 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Heckfield Green, Eye
Mid Suffolk, IP21 5AD
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