Copleston High School

URN: 136827 • Ipswich IP4 5HD

Overview

Name
Copleston High School
URN
136827
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
OXLIP LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
69.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Andrew Green (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01473277240
Website
Visit
Address
Copleston Road, Ipswich IP4 5HD

Summary

Copleston High School, located in Ipswich, Suffolk, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,937 students, exceeding its capacity of 1,780. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive and inclusive community, where students are encouraged to embrace values such as respect, resilience, and compassion. The ethos promotes both academic achievement and personal growth, with a focus on nurturing individual strengths and aspirations.

The curriculum at Copleston is designed to provide a comprehensive educational experience, particularly in the Sixth Form, where students are prepared for A level courses. The school aims to equip students with the skills necessary to become future leaders, while also celebrating personal achievements and acts of kindness within the school community.

Copleston High School is committed to ensuring that all students receive the support they need to thrive academically and socially. Feedback from students highlights a positive learning environment, with dedicated staff who are invested in their success and well-being. The school actively encourages parental involvement and offers opportunities for prospective students and families to engage through open evenings and tours.

Key details

LA
Suffolk
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
OXLIP LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
Capacity
1780
Pupils
1937
Boys
1021
Girls
916
FSM %
18.10
Open date
2011-07-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-12-07
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Suffolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1937 1021 916 1780 18.10
2024-09-11 1936 1035 901 1780 16.10
2023-09-11 1839 968 871 1780 14.20
2022-09-11 1839 968 871 1780 14.20
2021-09-11 1810 942 868 1780 11.90
2020-09-11 1768 931 837 1780 8.40

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