West Row Academy

URN: 145277 • Bury St Edmunds IP28 8NY

Overview

Name
West Row Academy
URN
145277
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
50.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Elisabeth Close (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Beeches Road, Bury St Edmunds IP28 8NY

Summary

West Row Academy, located in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 221 pupils, serving a capacity of 270. The school is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where children feel safe and valued. Central to its ethos are six core values: Curiosity, Kindness, Resilience, Inclusion, Integrity, and Passion, which are celebrated throughout the academic year to promote personal growth and community spirit.

The curriculum at West Row Academy emphasizes the importance of reading as a tool for nurturing curiosity and enhancing learning experiences. The school provides a range of extra-curricular activities to support holistic development and encourages children to build essential life skills. Additionally, the academy prioritizes safeguarding and offers various support services, including early help and online safety resources.

West Row Academy is committed to creating a strong sense of community, inviting parents to engage through events such as the Parent-Teacher Association (PFA) meetings. The school aims to build strong partnerships with families to ensure that every child can thrive and reach their full potential.

Key details

LA
Suffolk
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
270
Pupils
221
Boys
123
Girls
98
FSM %
10.00
Open date
2017-12-01
Close date
2023-08-31
Last Ofsted
2022-05-26
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Suffolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 221 123 98 270 10.00
2024-09-11 221 123 98 270 10.00
2023-09-11 242 131 111 270 11.20
2022-09-11 242 131 111 270 11.20
2021-09-11 220 115 105 285 8.60
2020-09-11 224 112 112 270 8.00

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