Dale Hall Community Primary School

URN: 124668 • Ipswich IP1 4LX

Overview

Name
Dale Hall Community Primary School
URN
124668
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
66.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Joanne Dedicoat (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Dale Hall Lane, Ipswich IP1 4LX

Summary

Dale Hall Community Primary School, located in Ipswich, Suffolk, is a mixed community school with a current enrolment of 408 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 420. The school is dedicated to fostering a vibrant learning environment that emphasizes high expectations and personal aspiration. The ethos of the school focuses on inclusion, well-being, and respect, aiming to nurture each child's potential while promoting a lifelong love of learning.

The curriculum at Dale Hall is designed to be immersive and engaging, encouraging students to explore their interests and develop critical skills. The school prioritises a growth mindset, where mistakes are viewed as valuable learning opportunities. Teachers are committed to supporting the holistic development of each child, ensuring they are happy, confident, and well-prepared for future educational stages.

Community involvement is also a key aspect of the school's approach, with efforts made to encourage parental participation in school life. The school values strong communication and collaboration between families and staff, fostering a supportive environment for all students.

Key details

LA
Suffolk
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
420
Pupils
408
Boys
191
Girls
217
FSM %
9.30
Open date
Close date
2024-01-31
Last Ofsted
2019-12-04
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Suffolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 408 191 217 420 9.30
2024-09-11 408 191 217 420 9.30
2023-09-11 414 183 231 420 8.90
2022-09-11 414 183 231 420 8.90
2021-09-11 418 182 236 420 8.60
2020-09-11 417 184 233 420 4.60

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