Centre Academy East Anglia
Centre Academy East Anglia is an independent special school in Ipswich for pupils aged 7 to 19. It has 103 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Centre Academy East Anglia is Good, from an inspection in March 2018. In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 11.5, and 4% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: March 2018. GCSE results: 2026.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 7-19 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Church Road Brettenham Ipswich Suffolk IP7 7QR |
| Phone | 01449736404 |
| Reference Number | 124890 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 103 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 59.22%
Girls: 40.78% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
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Centre Academy East Anglia has made significant improvements since its previous inadequate inspection. It is now recognized as a good school where leaders effectively monitor and evaluate performance. The establishment of a middle leadership team has augmented the strategic development of the school. The safe and supportive environment encourages pupils to thrive both academically and personally, with good-quality teaching enabling students to progress well from their starting points, especially those with special educational needs.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 30 Jan 2018 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 30 Jan 2018 | Standard inspection: |
| 27 Apr 2017 | Additional inspection |
| 14 Sep 2016 | Additional inspection |
| 09 Feb 2016 | Standard inspection: |
| 24 Sep 2014 | Emergency inspection |
| 29 May 2012 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Effective leadership has addressed previous weaknesses.
- Good-quality teaching promotes pupils' progression.
- Pupils are well prepared for further education or employment.
- Strong support for pupils' personal development and welfare.
- A safe and secure environment for students.
Areas for Improvement
- Teaching does not consistently challenge the most able pupils.
- The role of the school council needs further development.
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 11.5 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 4% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 12% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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Unlock for £9.99In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Centre Academy East Anglia were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 100.0% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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What is Centre Academy East Anglia's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Centre Academy East Anglia is Good, from an inspection in March 2018.
When was Centre Academy East Anglia last inspected by Ofsted?
Centre Academy East Anglia was last inspected in March 2018.
How many pupils does Centre Academy East Anglia have?
Centre Academy East Anglia has 103 pupils on roll.
What age range does Centre Academy East Anglia cover?
Centre Academy East Anglia for pupils aged 7 to 19.
What are Centre Academy East Anglia's GCSE results?
In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 11.5, and 4% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Centre Academy East Anglia?
Centre Academy East Anglia is at Church Road, Brettenham, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP7 7QR.