Claydon High School

URN: 124846 • Ipswich IP6 0EG

Overview

Name
Claydon High School
URN
124846
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
65.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sarah Skinner (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Church Lane, Ipswich IP6 0EG

Summary

Claydon High School is a mixed community secondary school located in Ipswich, Suffolk, with a current enrolment of 684 students, exceeding its capacity of 675. The school is committed to fostering an environment where students are encouraged to "be the best they can be," focusing on high academic standards and personal development. The ethos is built around core values of confidence, compassion, conscientiousness, and curiosity, aiming to motivate students to achieve excellent outcomes.

The curriculum at Claydon High School is ambitious and designed to engage students in lifelong learning. The school employs skilled professionals who provide high-quality lessons and tailored interventions to support students in achieving their maximum potential in GCSE qualifications. Additionally, the school promotes a supportive community where students are encouraged to respect one another and contribute positively.

Claydon High School places a strong emphasis on student well-being and support. Each student is assigned a form tutor who remains with them throughout their school journey, serving as the primary contact for parents. The school also offers various support systems, including peer mentoring, counselling services, and opportunities for parental involvement in school life, ensuring a holistic approach to education and personal growth.

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Key details

LA
Suffolk
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
675
Pupils
684
Boys
340
Girls
345
FSM %
7.20
Open date
Close date
2017-05-31
Last Ofsted
2014-06-19
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Suffolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 684 340 345 675 7.20
2024-09-11 684 340 345 675 7.20
2023-09-11 684 340 345 675 7.20
2022-09-11 684 340 345 675 7.20
2021-09-11 684 340 345 675 7.20
2020-09-11 684 340 345 675 7.20

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