Bardwell Church of England Primary School
URN: 143056 • Bury St Edmunds IP31 1AD
Overview
- Name
- Bardwell Church of England Primary School
- URN
- 143056
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE TILIAN PARTNERSHIP
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 55.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Michelle Boyd (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01359250854
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- School Lane, Bury St Edmunds IP31 1AD
Summary
Bardwell Church of England Primary School is a mixed academy located in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, with a current enrolment of 59 pupils and a capacity for 105. The school is deeply rooted in its community and promotes a strong sense of belonging among students, families, and local partners. As a Church of England school, it integrates Christian values into daily life, providing opportunities for worship and spiritual development.
The school prioritises high standards of behaviour and achievement within a supportive environment. It fosters a nurturing culture that focuses on the wellbeing of both pupils and staff, ensuring that all students, including those who are vulnerable, have access to a comprehensive educational experience. The curriculum is designed to encourage confidence, curiosity, and active participation in learning, with a strong emphasis on personal development through its established values known as the Bardwell Cogs: Aspirational, Courageous, Resilient, Inquisitive, Reflective, and Kind Communicator.
Bardwell Primary School's vision is to create a happy and engaging learning environment where children can thrive academically and personally. The school’s connection with the local church and community enhances its ethos, providing a rich context for learning and growth.
The school prioritises high standards of behaviour and achievement within a supportive environment. It fosters a nurturing culture that focuses on the wellbeing of both pupils and staff, ensuring that all students, including those who are vulnerable, have access to a comprehensive educational experience. The curriculum is designed to encourage confidence, curiosity, and active participation in learning, with a strong emphasis on personal development through its established values known as the Bardwell Cogs: Aspirational, Courageous, Resilient, Inquisitive, Reflective, and Kind Communicator.
Bardwell Primary School's vision is to create a happy and engaging learning environment where children can thrive academically and personally. The school’s connection with the local church and community enhances its ethos, providing a rich context for learning and growth.
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- SEND (sen)
- here (calendar)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Home (other)
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- Policies (other)
- Prospectus (other)
- Term Dates (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Suffolk
- Age range
- 5 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE TILIAN PARTNERSHIP
- Capacity
- 105
- Pupils
- 59
- Boys
- 28
- Girls
- 31
- FSM %
- 18.60
- Open date
- 2016-08-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-07-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Suffolk
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 59 | 28 | 31 | 105 | 18.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 59 | 30 | 29 | 105 | 11.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 55 | 31 | 24 | 105 | 12.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 55 | 31 | 24 | 105 | 12.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 51 | 28 | 23 | 105 | 13.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 56 | 29 | 27 | 105 | 8.90 |
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