Stowmarket High School

URN: 124818 • Stowmarket IP14 1QR

Overview

Name
Stowmarket High School
URN
124818
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
55.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Dave Lee-Allan (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Onehouse Road, Stowmarket IP14 1QR

Summary

Stowmarket High School is a mixed community secondary school located in Stowmarket, Suffolk, with an enrolment of 855 students and a capacity of 1,203. The school aims to provide a broad and demanding curriculum that prepares students for their future endeavours, emphasising the importance of knowledge, skills, and experiences. The school's ethos focuses on collaboration and effective teaching strategies to support student success.

The school community is dedicated to improving the life chances of all students, fostering an inclusive environment where every child can thrive. Students have access to a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports and clubs, which enhance their learning experience and promote social interaction.

Support is a key aspect of Stowmarket High School, with staff available to assist students in their academic and personal development. The positive feedback from students highlights the approachable nature of teachers and the supportive atmosphere within the school, contributing to a sense of safety and belonging.

Key details

LA
Suffolk
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1203
Pupils
855
Boys
414
Girls
441
FSM %
12.70
Open date
Close date
2018-08-31
Last Ofsted
2018-07-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Suffolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 855 414 441 1203 12.70
2024-09-11 855 414 441 1203 12.70
2023-09-11 855 414 441 1203 12.70
2022-09-11 855 414 441 1203 12.70
2021-09-11 855 414 441 1203 12.70
2020-09-11 855 414 441 1203 12.70

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