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
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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.

Key details

LA
Suffolk
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
420
Pupils
414
Boys
225
Girls
189
FSM %
23.90
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-05-16
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Suffolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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