What is the best primary school in Ipswich?

On our composite score, St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Ipswich is the top-ranked primary school in Ipswich, with a grade B. The score is one view of a school: each profile shows the figures behind it, and the list above ranks every scored primary school in the area.

How many primary schools are there in Ipswich?

There are 60 primary schools in Ipswich with a composite score on FindGreatSchools. Schools too new to have published results, and independent and special schools, are listed on their own pages.

How are primary schools in Ipswich ranked?

By our composite score, which blends four domains (Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement) into a grade from A to F. Schools are ordered by score weighted by data completeness, so a school with thin data cannot leapfrog a well-measured one. The method and weights are published in full.

When do I apply for a primary school place in Ipswich?

Applications for Reception places in Ipswich starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

The best primary schools in Ipswich

Compare 60 top-rated primary schools in Ipswich, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Ipswich.

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Compare the top two side by side: St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Ipswich vs Chelmondiston Church of England Primary School

The best primary schools in Ipswich

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St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Ipswich

Chelmondiston Church of England Primary School

St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Ipswich

Cliff Lane Primary School

Sprites Primary Academy

St Helen's Primary School

Heath Primary School, Kesgrave

Bildeston Primary School

Sproughton Church of England Primary School

Handford Hall Primary School

The Oaks Primary School

Stutton Church of England Primary School

St Margaret's CEVAP School, Ipswich

Broke Hall Community Primary School

Henley Primary School

Britannia Primary School and Nursery

Gorseland Primary School

Hintlesham and Chattisham Church of England Primary School

Birchwood Primary School

Rushmere Hall Primary School

Copdock Primary School

Claydon Primary School

St Matthew's Church of England Primary School, Ipswich

Tattingstone Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

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