Sandlings Primary School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 5-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Easton Road Sutton Woodbridge Suffolk IP12 3TD |
| Phone | 01394420444 |
| Reference Number | 124685 |
Sandlings Primary School has shown notable improvement since its previous inspection, moving from requiring improvement to a good rating across all fronts. The school prides itself on creating a unique and nurturing environment where pupils feel valued and heard. Pupils actively engage in school life and display positive attitudes towards learning and personal development. The leadership has established high expectations and an ambitious curriculum that promotes reading and critical thinking, but there are still areas needing attention.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 82 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 50%
Girls: 50% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 3.7% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 9.8% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 27.3 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5 | 4 | 9 |
| 2 | 9 | 4 | 13 |
| 3 | 7 | 5 | 12 |
| 4 | 8 | 7 | 15 |
| 5 | 3 | 5 | 8 |
| 6 | 2 | 9 | 11 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 80.5% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 3.7% |
| Asian, Other | 3.7% |
| White & Asian | 1.2% |
| Unclassified | 1.2% |
| African | 1.2% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.2% |
| Caribbean | 1.2% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 11 Mar 2020 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 13 May 2025 | School inspection |
| 11 Mar 2020 | School inspection: |
| 31 Oct 2017 | Full inspection: |
| 15 Jan 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 12 Oct 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 16 Jan 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 10 Mar 2003 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils contribute strongly to school life and support one another.
- High expectations are set for pupils' academic achievement and behaviour.
- The school curriculum is ambitious and well-planned.
- Pupils develop a love for reading, supported by thoughtful text selection.
- Strong personal development programs that promote respect and inclusivity.
Areas for Improvement
- Curriculum plans for history and music are not yet fully developed.
- Parents need clearer communication regarding the school's curriculum.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 73% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 18% |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 105 | ||
| Maths | 102 |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | -2.9 | ||
| Writing | 1 | ||
| Maths | -2.9 |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 2 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 1 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 1 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
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Eyke Church of England Primary School
The Street, Eyke, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 2QW |
2.23 miles |
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Melton Primary School
Melton Road, Melton, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 1PG |
2.73 miles |
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Woodbridge Primary School
Wilkinson Way, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 1SS |
2.9 miles |
|
Hollesley Primary School
School Lane, Hollesley, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 3RE |
3.15 miles |
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St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Woodbridge
Burkitt Road, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 4JJ |
3.4 miles |
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Waldringfield Primary School
Cliff Road, Waldringfield, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 4QL |
3.41 miles |
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Rendlesham Primary School
Sycamore Drive, Rendlesham, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 2GF |
3.5 miles |
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Kyson Primary School
Peterhouse Crescent, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 4HX |
3.73 miles |
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Martlesham Primary Academy
Black Tiles Lane, Martlesham, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 4SS |
4.83 miles |
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Wickham Market Primary School
Dallinghoo Road, Wickham Market, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP13 0RP |
4.98 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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Woodbridge School
Burkitt Road, Woodbridge, IP12 4JH |
3.31 miles |
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Farlingaye High School
Ransom Road, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 4JX |
3.6 miles |