Stonham Aspal Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
79%
Capacity
166
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Stonham Aspal Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Stonham Aspal Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Mid Suffolk community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 166 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Stonham Aspal Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ben Hemmings, it falls under Suffolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7829th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 39 in Mid Suffolk.
Stonham Aspal Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 31 applications for 16 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Stonham Aspal Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Library, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Rounders, Tennis, as well as clubs including Film Club, Science Club, Choir, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mid Suffolk, Stonham Aspal Church of England Voluntary Aided 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 | The Street, Stowmarket, Mid Suffolk, IP14 6AF |
| Headteacher | Ben Hemmings |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Number of Pupils | 166 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.4% |
| School Capacity | 166 / 210 (79% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Apr 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 5 Feb 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7829th of 13,686
Nationally
848th of 1,612
In East of England
20th of 39
In Mid Suffolk
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
60%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
31
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
The Street, Stowmarket
Mid Suffolk, IP14 6AF
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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