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
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.
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.
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- Term and Diary Dates (other)
- Welcome (other)
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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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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