Bucklesham Primary School
URN: 124572 • Ipswich IP10 0AX
Overview
- Name
- Bucklesham Primary School
- URN
- 124572
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rachael Rudge (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01473659389
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Main Road, Ipswich IP10 0AX
Summary
Bucklesham Primary School is a community school located in Ipswich, Suffolk, catering to a mixed-gender population of 92 pupils, with a capacity of 105. The school is committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment that fosters both academic achievement and personal development. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its motto, "Working Hard, Aiming High," reflecting a dedication to developing confident and happy learners.
The curriculum at Bucklesham Primary is designed to be broad, balanced, and relevant, incorporating indoor and outdoor learning opportunities. It focuses on key drivers such as wellbeing, diversity, and environmental awareness, ensuring that pupils are prepared for life as engaged citizens. The school encourages children to take an active role in their learning, promoting investigation, initiative, and reflection.
Bucklesham Primary values strong relationships among pupils, staff, governors, and parents, fostering a sense of community and inclusivity. The school is proactive in supporting the individual needs of its students, helping them to understand their learning styles and develop a growth mindset. For parents interested in admissions, the school advises contacting Suffolk County Council for the latest availability in year groups.
The curriculum at Bucklesham Primary is designed to be broad, balanced, and relevant, incorporating indoor and outdoor learning opportunities. It focuses on key drivers such as wellbeing, diversity, and environmental awareness, ensuring that pupils are prepared for life as engaged citizens. The school encourages children to take an active role in their learning, promoting investigation, initiative, and reflection.
Bucklesham Primary values strong relationships among pupils, staff, governors, and parents, fostering a sense of community and inclusivity. The school is proactive in supporting the individual needs of its students, helping them to understand their learning styles and develop a growth mindset. For parents interested in admissions, the school advises contacting Suffolk County Council for the latest availability in year groups.
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- Meet the Governors (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- News and Events (calendar)
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- Prospective parents: Open Sessions for parents of September 2026 Reception intake are Thursday 2nd October at 9am, Tuesday 21st October at 9am and Monday 17th November at 6pm. Please phone 01473 659389 to book a tour of th4e school. (other)
- Admissions (other)
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- Term Dates and opening times (other)
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Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 92 | 41 | 51 | 105 | 6.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 91 | 40 | 51 | 105 | 8.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 102 | 49 | 53 | 105 | 13.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 102 | 49 | 53 | 105 | 13.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 94 | 44 | 50 | 105 | 16.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 97 | 46 | 51 | 105 | 12.40 |
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