Shotley Community Primary School
URN: 146271 • Ipswich IP9 1NR
Overview
- Name
- Shotley Community Primary School
- URN
- 146271
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ASSET EDUCATION
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 50.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Kate Hodgetts (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01473787255
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Main Road, Ipswich IP9 1NR
Summary
Shotley Community Primary School is a mixed academy located in Ipswich, Suffolk, with a current enrolment of 96 pupils, significantly below its capacity of 196. The school prioritises an inclusive and community-focused environment, aiming to provide every child with opportunities to thrive academically and personally. The Executive Headteacher, Mrs. Kate Hodgetts, emphasises the importance of equity and the role of education in helping children develop confidence and a sense of responsibility within their community.
The school's curriculum is designed to nurture lifelong learners, encouraging pupils to become "Articulate Adventurers," "Global Guardians," and "Learning Leaders." This approach integrates outdoor learning and community engagement, reflecting the school's commitment to holistic education. With 25% of pupils eligible for free school meals, Shotley Primary is dedicated to supporting all students, ensuring they have access to the resources and guidance needed for their educational journey.
Parents can find more information about the school's values, ethos, and curriculum on the official website, which also serves as a platform for communication and updates regarding school activities and policies.
The school's curriculum is designed to nurture lifelong learners, encouraging pupils to become "Articulate Adventurers," "Global Guardians," and "Learning Leaders." This approach integrates outdoor learning and community engagement, reflecting the school's commitment to holistic education. With 25% of pupils eligible for free school meals, Shotley Primary is dedicated to supporting all students, ensuring they have access to the resources and guidance needed for their educational journey.
Parents can find more information about the school's values, ethos, and curriculum on the official website, which also serves as a platform for communication and updates regarding school activities and policies.
Useful links
- Google Classroom (other)
- Equality Statement (other)
- Cookie Policy (other)
- Parent view (other)
- TTRockstars (other)
- OFSTED (other)
- ASSET Family Support Network (other)
- ASSET Education (other)
- Job Vacancies (other)
- Compare School Services (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
- ASSET EDUCATION
- Capacity
- 196
- Pupils
- 96
- Boys
- 52
- Girls
- 44
- FSM %
- 25.00
- Open date
- 2018-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-01-25
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Suffolk
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 96 | 52 | 44 | 196 | 25.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 130 | 63 | 67 | 196 | 16.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 147 | 71 | 76 | 196 | 21.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 147 | 71 | 76 | 196 | 21.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 148 | 73 | 75 | 196 | 18.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 149 | 79 | 70 | 196 | 16.10 |
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