Walsham-le-Willows Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
90%
Capacity
126
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Walsham-le-Willows Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Walsham-le-Willows Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Mid Suffolk community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 126 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 140 places).
Ofsted has rated Walsham-le-Willows Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Maxine McGarr, it falls under Suffolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4500th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 39 in Mid Suffolk.
Walsham-le-Willows Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 21 applications for 14 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 14 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Walsham-le-Willows Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School include Library, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Gymnastics, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Science Club, Art Club, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mid Suffolk, Walsham-le-Willows Church of England Voluntary Controlled 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 | Wattisfield Road, Bury St Edmunds, Mid Suffolk, IP31 3BD |
| Headteacher | Maxine McGarr |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Number of Pupils | 126 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.3% |
| School Capacity | 126 / 140 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4500th of 13,686
Nationally
469th of 1,612
In East of England
9th of 39
In Mid Suffolk
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
19%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
69%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed14
21
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
14 families put this school as their 1st choice (67% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Walsham-le-Willows Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
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Contact Information
Wattisfield Road, Bury St Edmunds
Mid Suffolk, IP31 3BD
Wattisfield Road, Bury St Edmunds
Mid Suffolk, IP31 3BD
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