Include Suffolk
Include Suffolk is an independent school in Lowestoft for pupils aged 5 to 12. It has 52 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Include Suffolk is Good, from an inspection in September 2024.
Ofsted inspection: September 2024.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 5-12 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | House 1 the Ashley School Ashley Downs Lowestoft NR32 4EX |
| Reference Number | 138877 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 52 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 78.85%
Girls: 21.15% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 2 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Include Suffolk has shown significant improvement since its previous inspection, moving from requiring improvement to being rated as good overall. The school is dedicated to providing a supportive environment for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, helping them to re-engage with learning despite previous challenges. Staff prioritize building trusting relationships and effectively understand pupils' needs, creating a safe and nurturing setting that promotes positive behaviour and attitudes towards learning. Although there are strong aspects to the curriculum and pupil support systems, there remain some areas for development to ensure all pupils achieve their full potential.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 02 Jul 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 02 Jul 2024 | Standard inspection: |
| 20 Oct 2023 | Additional inspection |
| 21 Feb 2023 | Standard inspection: |
| 15 Jan 2019 | Standard inspection: |
| 03 Oct 2017 | Additional inspection |
| 14 Mar 2017 | Standard inspection: |
| 15 Oct 2013 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Strong support for pupils' individual needs.
- Nurturing relationships between staff and pupils.
- Effective management of pupils' behaviour.
- Ambitious curriculum designed to meet diverse needs.
- Sharp focus on developing pupils' reading skills.
- Good attendance and positive attitudes towards school.
Areas for Improvement
- Some subject plans lack detailed steps for learning.
- Not all staff effectively assess pupils' prior knowledge.
In 2025–26, 7.7% of pupils at Include Suffolk were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 92.3% 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 Include Suffolk's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Include Suffolk is Good, from an inspection in September 2024.
When was Include Suffolk last inspected by Ofsted?
Include Suffolk was last inspected in September 2024.
How many pupils does Include Suffolk have?
Include Suffolk has 52 pupils on roll.
What age range does Include Suffolk cover?
Include Suffolk for pupils aged 5 to 12.
Where is Include Suffolk?
Include Suffolk is at House 1, the Ashley School, Ashley Downs, Lowestoft, NR32 4EX.
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