Culford School

URN: 124886 • Bury St. Edmunds IP28 6TX

Overview

Name
Culford School
URN
124886
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Methodist
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
43.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Claire Bentley (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01284728615
Website
Visit
Address
, Bury St. Edmunds IP28 6TX

Summary

Culford School, located in Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk, is an independent mixed school catering to 895 pupils. The school offers both day and boarding options, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. With a strong emphasis on academic excellence, Culford celebrates impressive GCSE and A Level results, reflecting its commitment to high educational standards.

The curriculum at Culford is designed to encourage creativity and independent thinking, preparing students for future challenges. The school promotes a balanced approach to education, valuing both academic achievements and personal development. Students benefit from a range of extracurricular activities, including sports and the arts, which enhance their overall educational experience.

Culford is dedicated to the wellbeing of its students, as evidenced by its recognition with a BSA Award for Wellbeing. The school community is characterized by supportive relationships between staff and students, ensuring that each child receives the guidance needed to thrive both academically and personally. For more information, visit their website at http://www.culford.co.uk/.

Key details

LA
Suffolk
Age range
1 - 19
Boarders
Boarding school
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
885
Pupils
895
Boys
469
Girls
426
FSM %
Open date
1980-09-30
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Suffolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 895 469 426 885
2024-09-11 877 463 414 885
2023-09-11 834 454 380 885 0.00
2022-09-11 834 454 380 810 0.00
2021-09-11 767 418 349 810 0.00
2020-09-11 756 416 340 760 0.00

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