Ravensmere Infant School
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 4-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Fredericks Road Beccles Suffolk NR34 9UL |
| Reference Number | 143491 |
Ravensmere Infant School is performing well overall, achieving a good rating across all inspection areas. The school creates a welcoming environment where pupils feel safe and valued, promoting strong relationships between staff and students. The curriculum is ambitious and inclusive, supporting the diverse needs of all pupils, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Stakeholders appreciate the school's family ethos and the care provided to pupils, contributing to a positive culture for learning.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 31 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 70.97%
Girls: 29.03% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 12.9% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 0% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 23 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 23 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 11 | 3 | 14 |
| 2 | 5 | 4 | 9 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 96.8% |
| Mixed, Other | 3.2% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 28 Nov 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 28 Nov 2023 | School inspection: |
| 06 Oct 2016 | Academy conversion letter |
| 07 Jul 2010 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Ravensmere Infant School | |
| 07 Jul 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 21 Feb 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 21 Feb 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 18 Feb 2002 | Full inspection |
| 18 Feb 2002 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils are happy and feel safe at school.
- Strong relationships between staff and pupils.
- High expectations and quality of care for all students.
- Inclusive school culture that promotes understanding of diversity.
- Ambitious and well-structured curriculum designed for all pupils.
- Strong subject knowledge among curriculum leaders.
- Effective phonics and early reading instruction.
- Comprehensive personal development program.
Areas for Improvement
- Support for some pupils with SEND is not precise enough to meet their needs.
- In a very small number of subjects, curriculum activities are not fully aligned with pupils' needs.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 20 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 2 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 2 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
The Albert Pye Community Primary School
Frederick's Road, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 9UL |
0.01 miles |
|
St Benet's Catholic Primary School
Ringsfield Road, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 9PQ |
0.35 miles |
|
Beccles Primary Academy
Ellough Road, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 7AB |
0.56 miles |
|
Worlingham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Garden Lane, Worlingham, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 7SB |
1.19 miles |
|
Gillingham St Michael's Church of England Primary Academy
The Boundaries, Geldeston Road, Gillingham, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 0HT |
1.7 miles |
|
Ringsfield Church of England Primary School
School Road, Ringsfield, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 8NZ |
2.04 miles |
|
Barnby and North Cove Community Primary School
The Street, Barnby, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 7QB |
2.99 miles |
|
Glebeland Community Primary School
Beccles Road, Toft Monks, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 0EW |
3.58 miles |
|
Ellingham VC Primary School
Church Road, Ellingham, Ellingham Vc Primary School, Bungay, Suffolk, NR35 2PZ |
3.99 miles |
|
Brampton Church of England Primary School
Southwold Road, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 8DW |
4.86 miles |
|
Ilketshall St Lawrence School
Hogg Lane, Ilketshall St Lawrence, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 8ND |
4.99 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Beccles High School
Castle Hill, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 7BQ |
0.31 miles |
|
Sir John Leman High School
Ringsfield Road, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 9PG |
0.39 miles |
|
Turnstone House School
Birtwick Park, Old Bungay Road, Kirby Cane, BUNGAY, Suffolk, NR35 2HP |
4.13 miles |
|
Castle EAST School
Hillside Road East, Bungay, Suffolk, NR35 1JS |
4.75 miles |