St Helen's Primary School
96%
Capacity
451
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About St Helen's Primary School
St Helen's Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Ipswich community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 451 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 472 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Helen's Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kate Hodgetts, it falls under Suffolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5472nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 27 in Ipswich.
St Helen's Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 105 applications for 48 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
St Helen's Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.3/5 from 2 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Helen's Primary School include Library, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cricket, Cross Country, Football, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Eco Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Ipswich, St Helen'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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Woodbridge Road, Ipswich, Ipswich, IP4 2LT |
| Headteacher | Kate Hodgetts |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Number of Pupils | 451 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.1% |
| School Capacity | 451 / 472 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Jul 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 18 Apr 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5472nd of 13,686
Nationally
579th of 1,612
In East of England
6th of 27
In Ipswich
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
18%
Higher Standard
'22/23
82%
'23/24
67%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed48
105
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Helen's Primary School
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Contact Information
Woodbridge Road, Ipswich
Ipswich, IP4 2LT
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