Westgate Community Primary School and Nursery
65%
Capacity
292
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Westgate Community Primary School and Nursery
Westgate Community Primary School and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the West Suffolk community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 292 pupils on roll, operating at 65% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Westgate Community Primary School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rhonda Kidd, it falls under Suffolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 45% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11767th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 44 in West Suffolk.
Westgate Community Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 83 applications for 35 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 10 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 7 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Westgate Community Primary School and Nursery include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Football, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Art Club, Drama, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Suffolk, Westgate Community Primary School and Nursery 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Brooklands Close, Bury St Edmunds, West Suffolk, IP33 3JX |
| Headteacher | Rhonda Kidd |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Number of Pupils | 292 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.5% |
| School Capacity | 292 / 446 (65% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Jan 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Feb 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (45%)
11767th of 13,686
Nationally
1326th of 1,612
In East of England
37th of 44
In West Suffolk
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
45%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
37%
'23/24
45%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: 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
2025/26Oversubscribed35
83
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
35 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.
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Contact Information
Brooklands Close, Bury St Edmunds
West Suffolk, IP33 3JX
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