Hillside Primary School
URN: 140887 • Ipswich IP2 8NU
Overview
- Name
- Hillside Primary School
- URN
- 140887
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE ACTIVE LEARNING TRUST LIMITED
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 41.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lucy Wass (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01473601402
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Belstead Avenue, Ipswich IP2 8NU
Summary
Hillside Primary School, located in Ipswich, Suffolk, is a mixed academy with a current enrolment of 421 pupils, serving a capacity of 500. The school prides itself on its diverse community, where children from various backgrounds learn together in a supportive environment. The ethos of "Achieving Greatness Together" reflects the school's commitment to fostering strong partnerships with parents and the wider community to ensure the success of every child.
The curriculum at Hillside is designed to be ambitious and engaging, encouraging pupils to explore, discover, and question through a variety of learning opportunities. The school places a strong emphasis on good behaviour, mutual respect, and the development of a passion for learning. Core values of kindness, bravery, and safety are integral to the school’s approach, guiding students in their personal and academic journeys.
Hillside Primary School also prioritises inclusivity and support for all students, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The school aims to create a welcoming and safe environment, fostering strong relationships with families and promoting effective leadership and teaching to help every child thrive.
The curriculum at Hillside is designed to be ambitious and engaging, encouraging pupils to explore, discover, and question through a variety of learning opportunities. The school places a strong emphasis on good behaviour, mutual respect, and the development of a passion for learning. Core values of kindness, bravery, and safety are integral to the school’s approach, guiding students in their personal and academic journeys.
Hillside Primary School also prioritises inclusivity and support for all students, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The school aims to create a welcoming and safe environment, fostering strong relationships with families and promoting effective leadership and teaching to help every child thrive.
Useful links
- Online Safety Hub (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Suffolk
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE ACTIVE LEARNING TRUST LIMITED
- Capacity
- 500
- Pupils
- 421
- Boys
- 214
- Girls
- 207
- FSM %
- 42.90
- Open date
- 2014-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-10-05
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Suffolk
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 421 | 214 | 207 | 500 | 42.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 419 | 208 | 211 | 500 | 41.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 493 | 259 | 234 | 500 | 37.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 493 | 259 | 234 | 656 | 37.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 548 | 275 | 273 | 710 | 30.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 604 | 316 | 288 | 710 | 21.40 |
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