Bures Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
URN: 124692 • Bures CO8 5BX
Overview
- Name
- Bures Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
- URN
- 124692
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 72.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Michaela Harris (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01787227446
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Nayland Road, Bures CO8 5BX
Summary
Bures Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a small, mixed-gender primary school located in Bures, Suffolk, serving children aged four to eleven. With a current enrolment of 186 pupils and a capacity of 210, the school prides itself on fostering a close-knit, family-like atmosphere that encourages a secure and stimulating learning environment. The school welcomes applications from both local families and those from the wider community.
The school's ethos is rooted in Christian values, aiming to nurture resilience, confidence, and a sense of adventure among its pupils. Bures Primary encourages children to embrace challenges and develop critical thinking skills, preparing them for lifelong learning. The curriculum is designed to engage students in a variety of subjects while promoting personal growth and community involvement.
Bures Primary School is committed to strong partnerships between staff, parents, and the community, ensuring that each child feels supported in their educational journey. The school’s vision emphasizes the importance of belief in oneself and others, fostering an environment where every child can aspire to achieve their best.
The school's ethos is rooted in Christian values, aiming to nurture resilience, confidence, and a sense of adventure among its pupils. Bures Primary encourages children to embrace challenges and develop critical thinking skills, preparing them for lifelong learning. The curriculum is designed to engage students in a variety of subjects while promoting personal growth and community involvement.
Bures Primary School is committed to strong partnerships between staff, parents, and the community, ensuring that each child feels supported in their educational journey. The school’s vision emphasizes the importance of belief in oneself and others, fostering an environment where every child can aspire to achieve their best.
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Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 186 | 92 | 94 | 210 | 14.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 192 | 94 | 98 | 210 | 14.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 195 | 92 | 103 | 210 | 11.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 195 | 92 | 103 | 210 | 11.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 193 | 92 | 101 | 210 | 11.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 216 | 107 | 109 | 210 | 6.50 |
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