The Beeches Community Primary School

URN: 141849 • Ipswich IP1 6ET

Overview

Name
The Beeches Community Primary School
URN
141849
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
ASSET EDUCATION
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Stephen Capper (since 2025) , Acting Headteacher
Telephone
01473741225
Website
Visit
Address
Shakespeare Road, Ipswich IP1 6ET

Summary

The Beeches Community Primary School, located in Ipswich, Suffolk, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 402 pupils, out of a capacity of 431. The school is committed to providing an engaging educational experience that emphasizes high academic expectations. Its ethos revolves around excellence, engagement, empowerment, and equity, aiming to transform children's lives and enhance their future opportunities.

As part of the ASSET Educational Trust, The Beeches fosters a strong sense of community and inclusivity, encouraging all students to feel valued and supported. The school prioritizes the welfare and safeguarding of its pupils, ensuring a safe environment where children can thrive. The leadership team, comprising Co-Headteachers Stephen Capper and Rachel Walker, invites parents and guardians to visit the school to gain a better understanding of its unique culture and educational approach.

The curriculum at The Beeches is designed to be dynamic and diverse, catering to the varied needs of its students. With a focus on academic success and personal development, the school aims to equip children with the skills and confidence necessary for their future endeavors.

Key details

LA
Suffolk
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ASSET EDUCATION
Capacity
431
Pupils
402
Boys
220
Girls
182
FSM %
39.70
Open date
2015-03-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-12-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Suffolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 402 220 182 431 39.70
2024-09-11 392 216 176 431 41.80
2023-09-11 337 186 151 431 36.20
2022-09-11 337 186 151 430 36.20
2021-09-11 328 177 151 430 38.30
2020-09-11 328 177 151 430 32.00

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