St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Ipswich
URN: 124782 • Ipswich IP4 2BT
Overview
- Name
- St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Ipswich
- URN
- 124782
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jo Gunn (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01473251613
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Bolton Lane, Ipswich IP4 2BT
Summary
St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, located in Ipswich, serves a mixed-gender population of 414 pupils, with a capacity for 420. The school operates under the principles of the Church of England, integrating Christian values into its curriculum and daily activities. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its vision statement: "Transforming lives by living and learning together in God's love," which emphasizes a supportive and nurturing environment for all students.
The school prides itself on fostering a community spirit and high engagement in learning, supported by an experienced staff dedicated to the pastoral care of pupils. St Margaret's has received commendations for its inclusive practices, including an 'excellent' SIAMS rating and recognition as a Centre of Excellence for Inclusion. The school also holds the School Games Gold award, reflecting its commitment to physical education and well-being.
Parents can expect a curriculum that not only focuses on academic achievement but also promotes personal growth and confidence in a caring atmosphere. The school encourages active participation from families and the wider community, reinforcing its commitment to a holistic educational experience.
The school prides itself on fostering a community spirit and high engagement in learning, supported by an experienced staff dedicated to the pastoral care of pupils. St Margaret's has received commendations for its inclusive practices, including an 'excellent' SIAMS rating and recognition as a Centre of Excellence for Inclusion. The school also holds the School Games Gold award, reflecting its commitment to physical education and well-being.
Parents can expect a curriculum that not only focuses on academic achievement but also promotes personal growth and confidence in a caring atmosphere. The school encourages active participation from families and the wider community, reinforcing its commitment to a holistic educational experience.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Special Educational Needs & Disability (SEND) (sen)
- EYFS Newsletter Sept 2025 (download)
- Autumn No 2 Newsletter 2025 (download)
- Admissions (other)
- Art and Design Policy (other)
- DT Policy (other)
- Languages Policy (other)
- Policies (other)
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Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 414 | 225 | 189 | 420 | 23.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 420 | 224 | 196 | 420 | 22.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 421 | 215 | 206 | 420 | 19.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 421 | 215 | 206 | 420 | 19.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 411 | 200 | 211 | 420 | 13.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 416 | 202 | 214 | 420 | 11.10 |
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