Occold Primary School
URN: 124601 • Eye IP23 7PL
Overview
- Name
- Occold Primary School
- URN
- 124601
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 63.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Paul Parslow-Williams (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- The Street, Eye IP23 7PL
Summary
Occold Primary School is a small community school located on the outskirts of Eye, Suffolk, with a current enrollment of 63 pupils and a capacity of 70. The school prides itself on its close-knit environment, where staff are familiar with each child and their family, allowing for highly personalised learning experiences. The leadership team is dedicated to fostering a nurturing atmosphere that encourages children to reach their full potential while developing resilience, independence, and social responsibility.
The school’s educational philosophy emphasises the belief in every child's capacity to learn, aiming to create immersive and engaging learning experiences both in and out of the classroom. Occold Primary School values strong connections with parents, governors, and the local community, enhancing the educational experience for all students.
Admissions are managed by the County Council, with children typically starting full-time at the beginning of the school year in which they turn five. The school is committed to achieving high academic standards while promoting excellence in sports and the arts, alongside a strong sense of community and environmental awareness.
The school’s educational philosophy emphasises the belief in every child's capacity to learn, aiming to create immersive and engaging learning experiences both in and out of the classroom. Occold Primary School values strong connections with parents, governors, and the local community, enhancing the educational experience for all students.
Admissions are managed by the County Council, with children typically starting full-time at the beginning of the school year in which they turn five. The school is committed to achieving high academic standards while promoting excellence in sports and the arts, alongside a strong sense of community and environmental awareness.
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Nearby alternatives
- Mellis Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School (74.8)
- Gislingham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School (70.2)
- Fressingfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School (64.1)
- St Peter and St Paul Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School (63.4)
- Mellis Church of England Primary School (63.1)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 63 | 31 | 32 | 70 | 1.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 63 | 31 | 32 | 70 | 1.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 63 | 31 | 32 | 70 | 1.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 63 | 31 | 32 | 70 | 1.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 63 | 31 | 32 | 70 | 1.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 63 | 31 | 32 | 70 | 1.60 |
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