St Botolph's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

URN: 124758 • Nr Diss IP22 1DW

Overview

Name
St Botolph's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
URN
124758
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
61.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Mark Cobbold (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01379890181
Website
Visit
Address
Back Hills, Nr Diss IP22 1DW

Summary

St Botolph's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, located in Nr Diss, Suffolk, serves a mixed-gender population of 181 pupils, with a capacity for 259. The school is committed to fostering a Christian ethos, emphasizing core values such as Friendship, Courage, Respect, Forgiveness, Truthfulness, and Thankfulness. Weekly acts of worship, led by the Rector and supported by local community members, reinforce these values and contribute to the moral and spiritual development of the students.

The curriculum at St Botolph's is broad and balanced, with a strong focus on achieving good outcomes in key areas such as phonics and reading. The school aims to ensure that all children reach their potential across various subjects, with particular strengths noted in Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and Key Stage 1 assessments. However, the school has identified writing as an area for improvement, focusing on enhancing skills in spelling, punctuation, and grammar.

St Botolph's prioritizes the health, safety, and welfare of its students, creating an inclusive environment that welcomes all families. The school is dedicated to supporting children and their families through various initiatives, ensuring a positive and enriching educational experience.

Key details

LA
Suffolk
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
259
Pupils
181
Boys
92
Girls
89
FSM %
14.90
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-05-18
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Suffolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 181 92 89 259 14.90
2024-09-11 177 89 88 259 14.70
2023-09-11 174 92 82 259 12.10
2022-09-11 174 92 82 259 12.10
2021-09-11 170 93 77 259 11.80
2020-09-11 172 94 78 259 12.80

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