Kelsale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

URN: 124735 • Saxmundham IP17 2NP

Overview

Name
Kelsale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
URN
124735
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
53.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rebecca Leek (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01728602297
Website
Visit
Address
Carlton Road, Saxmundham IP17 2NP

Summary

Kelsale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, located in Saxmundham, Suffolk, serves a mixed-gender population of approximately 159 pupils aged 4 to 11. The school operates under a Christian ethos, guided by its core values of Respect, Compassion, and Perseverance. These principles are integral to the school’s vision of fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where each child is valued for their individuality.

The curriculum at Kelsale CEVC Primary is designed to be engaging and meaningful, focusing on both academic achievement and personal development. Students benefit from a variety of extracurricular activities, including a notable Sports Fortnight, and have access to the beautiful school grounds and local environment for enriched learning experiences such as Forest School sessions and educational trips.

Kelsale CEVC Primary emphasizes the importance of collaboration between home and school, welcoming parents and carers as active partners in their children's education. The dedicated staff work to create a nurturing atmosphere, ensuring that children grow into confident, independent learners who are well-prepared for future challenges.

Key details

LA
Suffolk
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
168
Pupils
159
Boys
96
Girls
63
FSM %
15.80
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-09-29
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Suffolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 159 96 63 168 15.80
2024-09-11 163 93 70 168 18.40
2023-09-11 164 84 80 168 18.90
2022-09-11 164 84 80 168 18.90
2021-09-11 164 81 83 168 18.30
2020-09-11 159 76 83 168 18.20

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