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Best 3 Primary schools in East Suffolk – comparison

Comparison of primary schools: Woods Loke Primary School (Primary) in Lowestoft; Worlingham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School (Primary) in Beccles; Birchwood Primary School (Primary) in Ipswich — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Woods Loke Primary School, Worlingham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School and Birchwood Primary School. They are primary phase and academy converter, voluntary controlled school and community school type located around Lowestoft, Suffolk, Beccles, Suffolk and Ipswich, Suffolk. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Woods Loke Primary School), published May 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Woods Loke Primary School (May 2024). average roll around ≈ 350, combined total ≈ 1,000, typical FSM 10–15%, range 5–10%–15–20%; all within the Hartismere Family of Schools trust.

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Woods Loke Primary School
NR32 3EB
Phase / Type
Primary • Academy converter
Location
Lowestoft
Suffolk
NR32 3EB
Ofsted
1 13 May 2024
Pupils
≈ 500 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
15–20% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
Hartismere Family of Schools
Website
www.woodsloke.org
Telephone
01502561234
Worlingham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
NR34 7SB
Phase / Type
Primary • Voluntary controlled school
Location
Beccles
Suffolk
NR34 7SB
Ofsted
1 5 Jul 2018
Pupils
≈ 350 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
Suffolk (935)
Website
www.worlingham.org
Telephone
01502712375
Birchwood Primary School
IP5 3SP
Phase / Type
Primary • Community school
Location
Ipswich
Suffolk
IP5 3SP
Ofsted
1 21 Nov 2016
Pupils
≈ 200 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
Suffolk (935)
Website
www.birchwoodprimary.co.uk
Telephone
01473610701
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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.
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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.
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