Bury St Edmunds County High School
URN: 136990 • Bury St Edmunds IP32 6RF
Overview
- Name
- Bury St Edmunds County High School
- URN
- 136990
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- UNITY SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sally Kennedy (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01284754857
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Beetons Way, Bury St Edmunds IP32 6RF
Summary
Bury St Edmunds County High School is a mixed secondary academy located in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, with a current enrolment of 739 students and a capacity of 1,020. The school has been rated as 'Good' by Ofsted following its inspection in March 2022. The ethos of the school emphasizes respect, kindness, and moral responsibility, fostering a supportive environment where students can thrive academically and personally.
The curriculum at County High is designed to be challenging and inspirational, aiming to engage students' curiosity and motivate them to excel. The school prioritises the well-being of its students, promoting healthy friendships and a positive peer culture. Strong partnerships between the school and families are encouraged, with clear communication and regular feedback opportunities to enhance the educational experience.
As part of the Unity Schools Partnership, Bury St Edmunds County High School is committed to listening to the school community and continuously improving its offerings. The school aims to provide an enriching environment where students can look back on their time as a rewarding and affirming chapter in their lives.
The curriculum at County High is designed to be challenging and inspirational, aiming to engage students' curiosity and motivate them to excel. The school prioritises the well-being of its students, promoting healthy friendships and a positive peer culture. Strong partnerships between the school and families are encouraged, with clear communication and regular feedback opportunities to enhance the educational experience.
As part of the Unity Schools Partnership, Bury St Edmunds County High School is committed to listening to the school community and continuously improving its offerings. The school aims to provide an enriching environment where students can look back on their time as a rewarding and affirming chapter in their lives.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- SEND Provision (sen)
- Public Calendar (calendar)
- School Information Booklet (download)
- 01284 754857 (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies & Documents (other)
- Prospectus (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Terms & Conditions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- St Benedict's Catholic School (65.3)
- King Edward VI CEVC School (61.7)
- Thurston Community College (61.0)
- St Benedict's Catholic School (47.8)
- Bury St Edmunds County Upper School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Suffolk
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- UNITY SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
- Capacity
- 1020
- Pupils
- 739
- Boys
- 387
- Girls
- 352
- FSM %
- 24.10
- Open date
- 2011-08-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-03-17
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Suffolk
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 739 | 387 | 352 | 1020 | 24.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 855 | 437 | 418 | 1020 | 22.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 810 | 393 | 417 | 1020 | 14.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 810 | 393 | 417 | 1020 | 14.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 912 | 445 | 467 | 1020 | 10.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 973 | 468 | 505 | 1020 | 7.50 |
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