Chelmondiston Church of England Primary School
URN: 144625 • Ipswich IP9 1DT
Overview
- Name
- Chelmondiston Church of England Primary School
- URN
- 144625
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ST EDMUNDSBURY AND IPSWICH DIOCESAN MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 57.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lesley Etchingham (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01473780576
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Woodlands, Ipswich IP9 1DT
Summary
Chelmondiston Church of England Primary School is a mixed academy located in Ipswich, Suffolk, with a current enrolment of 124 pupils and a capacity of 140. The school is dedicated to fostering a caring and friendly environment where children feel happy, safe, and valued. The ethos of the school emphasizes the importance of nurturing each child as an individual, promoting a positive learning atmosphere that encourages personal growth and development.
The curriculum at Chelmondiston is designed to be vibrant and engaging, incorporating local history and geography to connect students with their community. The school prioritizes high-quality learning experiences, often extending lessons beyond the classroom to utilize their exceptional outdoor facilities. This approach not only enhances academic learning but also supports the holistic development of each child.
Chelmondiston Church of England Primary School actively involves parents and the local community in various activities, fostering strong relationships that benefit the students. The school encourages participation through events such as coffee mornings and sports enrichment activities, reinforcing its commitment to community engagement and collaboration.
The curriculum at Chelmondiston is designed to be vibrant and engaging, incorporating local history and geography to connect students with their community. The school prioritizes high-quality learning experiences, often extending lessons beyond the classroom to utilize their exceptional outdoor facilities. This approach not only enhances academic learning but also supports the holistic development of each child.
Chelmondiston Church of England Primary School actively involves parents and the local community in various activities, fostering strong relationships that benefit the students. The school encourages participation through events such as coffee mornings and sports enrichment activities, reinforcing its commitment to community engagement and collaboration.
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Key details
- LA
- Suffolk
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- ST EDMUNDSBURY AND IPSWICH DIOCESAN MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 140
- Pupils
- 124
- Boys
- 54
- Girls
- 70
- FSM %
- 21.00
- Open date
- 2017-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-09-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Suffolk
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 124 | 54 | 70 | 140 | 21.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 112 | 50 | 62 | 140 | 14.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 110 | 59 | 51 | 140 | 11.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 110 | 59 | 51 | 140 | 11.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 108 | 55 | 53 | 140 | 18.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 120 | 60 | 60 | 140 | 12.50 |
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