St Matthew's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Ipswich

URN: 124783 • Ipswich IP1 2AX

Overview

Name
St Matthew's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Ipswich
URN
124783
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
65.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Susan Todd (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Portman Road, Ipswich IP1 2AX

Summary

St Matthew's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is located in Ipswich and serves a diverse community of 419 pupils. The school operates under a Christian ethos, closely linked with St Matthew’s Church, which informs its values and approach to education. As part of the St Edmundsbury and Ipswich Diocesan Multi-Academy Trust, St Matthew's collaborates with other church schools in the region to enhance educational opportunities.

The school prioritises key areas of development including Writing, Maths Fluency, Science, and Attendance, aiming to support both academic achievement and the emotional and social growth of its students. The dedicated staff are committed to providing a nurturing environment where children can thrive and reach their full potential.

Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community, and visits are welcomed to learn more about the school's offerings. St Matthew's aims to celebrate the achievements and diversity of its pupils, fostering an inclusive atmosphere for all.

Key details

LA
Suffolk
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
420
Pupils
419
Boys
206
Girls
213
FSM %
12.20
Open date
1900-01-01
Close date
2019-02-28
Last Ofsted
2015-06-18
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Suffolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 419 206 213 420 12.20
2024-09-11 419 206 213 420 12.20
2023-09-11 419 206 213 420 12.20
2022-09-11 419 206 213 420 12.20
2021-09-11 419 206 213 420 12.20
2020-09-11 419 206 213 420 12.20

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