Helmingham Primary School and Nursery
URN: 146961 • Stowmarket IP14 6EX
Overview
- Name
- Helmingham Primary School and Nursery
- URN
- 146961
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- CONSORTIUM TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 50.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Stephanie Hawes (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01473890267
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- School Road, Stowmarket IP14 6EX
Summary
Helmingham Primary School and Nursery is a small, mixed-gender academy located in the picturesque village of Helmingham, Stowmarket, Suffolk. With a current enrolment of 20 pupils and a capacity of 90, the school prides itself on providing a nurturing and creative learning environment. The school is situated on the estate of the Grade 1 listed Helmingham Hall, surrounded by the beautiful Mid-Suffolk countryside.
The school’s ethos focuses on learning through enquiry, inspiration, and perseverance, aiming to foster positive learning behaviours in all students. Helmingham Primary collaborates closely with its partner school, Henley Primary School, to share resources, curriculum, and staff, enhancing educational opportunities for all pupils. This partnership, known as 'The Greenfields Partnership', also facilitates various enrichment activities and educational trips.
Helmingham Primary School is committed to inclusivity and high expectations, ensuring that every child, regardless of background or ability, can achieve their best. The dedicated staff work to create a supportive community where children are prepared to become lifelong learners. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the office directly.
The school’s ethos focuses on learning through enquiry, inspiration, and perseverance, aiming to foster positive learning behaviours in all students. Helmingham Primary collaborates closely with its partner school, Henley Primary School, to share resources, curriculum, and staff, enhancing educational opportunities for all pupils. This partnership, known as 'The Greenfields Partnership', also facilitates various enrichment activities and educational trips.
Helmingham Primary School is committed to inclusivity and high expectations, ensuring that every child, regardless of background or ability, can achieve their best. The dedicated staff work to create a supportive community where children are prepared to become lifelong learners. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the office directly.
Useful links
- Yoxford & Peasenhall Primary Academy (sen)
- Barnby and North Cove Primary School (other)
- Consortium Trust (other)
- Glebeland Primary School (other)
- Helmingham Primary School and Nursery (other)
- Kirkley Nursery (other)
- Mendham Primary School (other)
- Middleton Primary School (other)
- Reedham Primary School (other)
- Rendlesham Primary School (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Abbot's Hall Community Primary School (64.8)
- Ringshall School (64.1)
- Cedars Park Community Primary School (63.1)
- Wood Ley Community Primary School (63.0)
- Combs Ford Primary School (62.3)
Key details
- LA
- Suffolk
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- CONSORTIUM TRUST
- Capacity
- 90
- Pupils
- 20
- Boys
- 11
- Girls
- 9
- FSM %
- 5.30
- Open date
- 2019-03-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-06-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Suffolk
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 20 | 11 | 9 | 90 | 5.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 26 | 16 | 10 | 90 | 13.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 35 | 11 | 24 | 90 | 20.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 35 | 11 | 24 | 90 | 20.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 49 | 19 | 30 | 90 | 10.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 63 | 26 | 37 | 90 | 11.30 |
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