Claydon Primary School
URN: 146021 • Ipswich IP6 0DX
Overview
- Name
- Claydon Primary School
- URN
- 146021
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- PENROSE LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Donna O'Connor (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01473830439
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Lancaster Way, Ipswich IP6 0DX
Summary
Claydon Primary School is a mixed academy located in Ipswich, Suffolk, with a current enrolment of 503 pupils and a capacity of 521. The school is committed to fostering a strong sense of community, where each child is valued and encouraged to become an enthusiastic learner. The ethos of the school emphasizes the development of the whole child, focusing on academic achievement as well as personal growth.
The curriculum at Claydon Primary aims to equip students with the skills necessary for independent learning and lifelong education. The school supports children in developing essential personal qualities to become responsible citizens in Modern Britain. A range of extracurricular activities and support services, including breakfast and after-school care, are available to enhance the educational experience.
Admissions to the school are managed by the trust board, with specific arrangements for Nursery and Reception classes. The school welcomes applications from all backgrounds and abilities, ensuring an inclusive environment for every pupil. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community through meetings and events designed to facilitate a smooth transition for their children.
The curriculum at Claydon Primary aims to equip students with the skills necessary for independent learning and lifelong education. The school supports children in developing essential personal qualities to become responsible citizens in Modern Britain. A range of extracurricular activities and support services, including breakfast and after-school care, are available to enhance the educational experience.
Admissions to the school are managed by the trust board, with specific arrangements for Nursery and Reception classes. The school welcomes applications from all backgrounds and abilities, ensuring an inclusive environment for every pupil. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community through meetings and events designed to facilitate a smooth transition for their children.
Useful links
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- Greenhouse School Websites (other)
- Website design (other)
- Penrose Learning Trust (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Suffolk
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- PENROSE LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 521
- Pupils
- 503
- Boys
- 267
- Girls
- 236
- FSM %
- 17.00
- Open date
- 2018-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-10-19
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 503 | 267 | 236 | 521 | 17.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 509 | 267 | 242 | 521 | 16.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 478 | 250 | 228 | 482 | 15.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 478 | 250 | 228 | 465 | 15.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 468 | 246 | 222 | 445 | 16.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 436 | 227 | 209 | 435 | 12.60 |
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