Whatfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
70%
Capacity
39
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Whatfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Whatfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Babergh community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 39 pupils on roll, operating at 70% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Whatfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Julia Shaw, it falls under Suffolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 33% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13101st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 34 in Babergh.
Whatfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 13 applications for 7 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 7 were first-preference applications.
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 Whatfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School include Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Gymnastics, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Choir, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Babergh, Whatfield 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Rectory Road, Ipswich, Babergh, IP7 6QU |
| Headteacher | Julia Shaw |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Number of Pupils | 39 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.1% |
| School Capacity | 39 / 56 (70% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Oct 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (33%)
13101st of 13,686
Nationally
1504th of 1,612
In East of England
32nd of 34
In Babergh
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
33%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
14%
'23/24
33%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed7
13
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
7 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Whatfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
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Contact Information
Rectory Road, Ipswich
Babergh, IP7 6QU
Journey to School
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