Best 3 Not applicable schools in West Suffolk – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of not applicable schools: Churchill Special Free School (Not applicable) in Haverhill; Priory School (Not applicable) in Bury St Edmunds; Riverwalk School (Not applicable) in Bury St. Edmunds — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Churchill Special Free School, Priory School and Riverwalk School. They are not applicable phase and free schools special and academy special converter type located around Haverhill, Suffolk, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk and Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Churchill Special Free School), published Sep 2015. The lowest is 2 (Riverwalk School), published Sep 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Riverwalk School (Sep 2024). average roll around ≈ 150, combined total ≈ 500, typical FSM 35–40%, range 20–25%–45–50%; spread across trusts such as UNITY SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP, EASTERN EDUCATION GROUP TRUST and CONSORTIUM TRUST.

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Attribute	Churchill Special Free School CB9 0LB	Priory School IP32 7BH	Riverwalk School IP33 2PD
Phase / Type	Not applicable • Free schools special	Not applicable • Academy special converter	Not applicable • Academy special converter
Location	Haverhill Suffolk CB9 0LB	Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP32 7BH	Bury St. Edmunds Suffolk IP33 2PD
Latest Ofsted	1 11 Sep 2015	1 1 Dec 2014	2 8 Sep 2024
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 50 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 200 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 200 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	20–25% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	45–50% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	35–40% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	70	204	210
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	UNITY SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP	EASTERN EDUCATION GROUP TRUST	CONSORTIUM TRUST
Website	www.churchillschool.co.uk	easterneducationgroup.ac.uk	www.riverwalk.org.uk
Telephone	01440760338	01284761934	01284764280
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Churchill Special Free School

CB9 0LB

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Free schools special
Location: Haverhill
Suffolk
CB9 0LB
Ofsted: 1 11 Sep 2015
Pupils: ≈ 50 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 20–25% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: UNITY SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
Website: www.churchillschool.co.uk
Telephone: 01440760338

Priory School

IP32 7BH

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Academy special converter
Location: Bury St Edmunds
Suffolk
IP32 7BH
Ofsted: 1 1 Dec 2014
Pupils: ≈ 200 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 45–50% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: EASTERN EDUCATION GROUP TRUST
Website: easterneducationgroup.ac.uk
Telephone: 01284761934

Riverwalk School

IP33 2PD

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Academy special converter
Location: Bury St. Edmunds
Suffolk
IP33 2PD
Ofsted: 2 8 Sep 2024
Pupils: ≈ 200 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 35–40% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: CONSORTIUM TRUST
Website: www.riverwalk.org.uk
Telephone: 01284764280

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.