St Benedict's Catholic School

URN: 124861 • Bury St Edmunds IP32 6RH

Overview

Name
St Benedict's Catholic School
URN
124861
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
65.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Imogen Senior (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Beetons Way, Bury St Edmunds IP32 6RH

Summary

St Benedict's Catholic School is a mixed voluntary aided secondary school located in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, serving approximately 949 students aged 11 to 18. The school is committed to a distinctive Catholic ethos, welcoming both Catholic and non-Catholic families from West Suffolk and surrounding areas. It aims to foster a caring and inclusive environment where all students can achieve their full potential, guided by the Gospel values of wisdom, compassion, and resilience.

The curriculum at St Benedict's is designed to support the practice of the Catholic faith while promoting academic excellence. The school prioritises the spiritual, moral, cultural, and social development of its students, offering a range of extra-curricular activities, including the Duke of Edinburgh Award. With a strong emphasis on community service and student leadership, the school encourages students to engage actively with their local community.

St Benedict's is dedicated to nurturing a respectful and supportive student body, ensuring that all pupils are well-prepared for life beyond school. The school holds prestigious awards, including the Gold Award for religious studies and the Gold Artsmark, reflecting its commitment to high standards in education and personal development.

Key details

LA
Suffolk
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
852
Pupils
949
Boys
444
Girls
505
FSM %
13.50
Open date
Close date
2022-08-31
Last Ofsted
2022-04-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Suffolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 949 444 505 852 13.50
2024-09-11 949 444 505 852 13.50
2023-09-11 949 444 505 852 13.50
2022-09-11 949 444 505 852 13.50
2021-09-11 924 442 482 852 12.00
2020-09-11 878 429 449 852 8.90

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