Middleton Community Primary School
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Rectory Road Middleton Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 3NW |
| Phone | 01728648251 |
| Reference Number | 143806 |
Middleton Community Primary School has been rated as good overall, marking a positive start for a school that has not been inspected before. The school has established a welcoming atmosphere where pupils demonstrate eagerness to learn and exhibit positive behavior. Reading, writing, and mathematics are prioritized, with most pupils showing confidence in these areas. There is also a strong emphasis on spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development, contributing to a holistic education.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 19 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 52.63%
Girls: 47.37% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 26.3% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 15.8% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 9.5 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 12 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| 2 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| 4 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| 5 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 89.5% |
| White, Other | 5.3% |
| White & Asian | 5.3% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Insufficient evidence |
| Last Report Date | 17 Dec 2019 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 07 May 2025 | School inspection |
| 17 Dec 2019 | School inspection: |
| 06 Dec 2016 | Academy conversion letter |
| 14 Oct 2015 | Monitoring visit |
| Previously as Middleton Community Primary School | |
| 14 Oct 2015 | Monitoring visit |
| 24 Jun 2015 | Full inspection: |
| 24 Jun 2015 | Full inspection: |
| 10 May 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 10 May 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 12 Feb 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 12 Feb 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 17 May 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 17 May 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 06 Nov 2000 | Full inspection |
| 06 Nov 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils are polite, eager to learn, and excited to engage with visitors.
- Reading is a high priority, with younger pupils learning to read quickly.
- Enthusiastic involvement in after-school clubs and outdoor learning.
- Most parents are very positive about the school’s work.
- Pupils show good opportunities for leadership through jobs like prefects and school council members.
Areas for Improvement
- The curriculum is not yet consistently well planned and sequenced in all subjects.
- Teachers could make better use of teaching assistants' support in lessons.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 1 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 0 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 1 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Yoxford & Peasenhall Primary Academy
High Street, Yoxford, Saxmundham, Suffolk, IP17 3EU |
2.25 miles |
|
Kelsale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Carlton Road, Kelsale, Saxmundham, Suffolk, IP17 2NP |
3.46 miles |
|
Leiston Primary School
King George's Avenue, Leiston, Suffolk, IP16 4JQ |
3.59 miles |
|
Saxmundham Primary School
Brook Farm Road, Saxmundham, Suffolk, IP17 1XQ |
4 miles |
|
Bramfield Church of England Primary School
Bridge Street, Bramfield, Halesworth, IP19 9HZ |
4.1 miles |
|
Coldfair Green Community Primary School
Judith Avenue, Knodishall, Saxmundham, Suffolk, IP17 1UY |
4.44 miles |
|
Wenhaston Primary School
Hall Road, Wenhaston, Halesworth, Suffolk, IP19 9EP |
4.63 miles |
|
Benhall St Mary's Church of England Primary School
School Lane, Benhall, Saxmundham, Suffolk, IP17 1HE |
4.89 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Summerhill School
Westward Ho, Leiston, Suffolk, Leiston, Suffolk, IP16 4HY |
3.05 miles |
|
Compass Community School Aylward Park
Crown Street, Leiston, Suffolk, IP16 4AX |
3.35 miles |
|
Alde Valley Academy
Seaward Avenue, Leiston, Suffolk, IP16 4BG |
3.73 miles |
|
Bramfield House School
Walpole Road, Bramfield, Halesworth, Suffolk, IP19 9AB |
4.54 miles |