Rattlesden Church of England Primary Academy

URN: 142554 • Bury St Edmunds IP30 0SE

Overview

Name
Rattlesden Church of England Primary Academy
URN
142554
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
THEDWASTRE EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Gemma Cannon (since 2025) , Acting Headteacher
Telephone
01449736335
Website
Visit
Address
School Road, Bury St Edmunds IP30 0SE

Summary

Rattlesden Church of England Primary Academy is a mixed academy located in the village of Rattlesden, near Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. With a current enrolment of 137 pupils and a capacity of 140, the school promotes a nurturing environment rooted in Christian values. The academy's ethos emphasizes collaboration and support, encouraging students to "Believe, Embrace & Shine Together" as they strive to reach their full potential.

The curriculum at Rattlesden Academy is designed to provide a well-rounded education, covering subjects such as English, Mathematics, Science, and Modern Foreign Languages, alongside creative disciplines like Art and Music. The school also offers outdoor learning experiences, including Forest School, to enhance students' engagement with their surroundings.

Rattlesden Academy is committed to inclusivity and support, providing services such as Special Educational Needs (SEND) support, wraparound care, and various extracurricular activities. The school community actively engages with parents and local partners, fostering a collaborative approach to education and development. The latest Ofsted inspection in June 2024 rated the school as 'good' in all areas.

Key details

LA
Suffolk
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THEDWASTRE EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
140
Pupils
137
Boys
71
Girls
66
FSM %
16.80
Open date
2016-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-05-15
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Suffolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 137 71 66 140 16.80
2024-09-11 125 61 64 140 16.80
2023-09-11 124 57 67 140 14.50
2022-09-11 124 57 67 140 14.50
2021-09-11 124 61 63 140 13.70
2020-09-11 119 64 55 140 10.90

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