Clare Community Primary School
| Type | Primary / Academy sponsor led |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Erbury Place Clare Sudbury Suffolk CO10 8PZ |
| Phone | 01787277423 |
| Reference Number | 144399 |
Clare Community Primary School, inspected for the first time under section 5, is performing well overall, achieving a 'Good' rating across all areas. The school is noted for creating a safe and welcoming environment where pupils enjoy learning and feel supported by the staff. The effective partnership between the leaders, trust, and governors has stabilized the school, enhancing the quality of education and pupil engagement. Parents express strong satisfaction, indicating that the school has flourished under current leadership after previous challenges. While the school excels in many areas, including the quality of education and the development of pupils' personal and social skills, there are some subjects, such as religious education, that require further development. Additionally, a few subject leaders are still acquiring the necessary skills to perform effectively in their roles. However, the overall resources and support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are commendable, ensuring full inclusion and progress for these students.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 201 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 51.74%
Girls: 48.26% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 17.4% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 0.5% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 28.7 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 28.3 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 29 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 17 | 10 | 27 |
| 2 | 13 | 18 | 31 |
| 3 | 11 | 13 | 24 |
| 4 | 16 | 14 | 30 |
| 5 | 17 | 13 | 30 |
| 6 | 15 | 17 | 32 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 92.5% |
| White, Other | 2% |
| Unclassified | 1.5% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.5% |
| White & Black (African) | 1% |
| African | 1% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.5% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 13 Feb 2020 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 21 Jan 2025 | School inspection |
| 13 Feb 2020 | School inspection: |
Strengths
- Pupils feel happy and safe at school.
- Strong leadership has stabilized the school.
- Pupils have positive attitudes and engage enthusiastically in learning.
- Good support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
- Well-structured phonics teaching in early years.
- High-quality personal development opportunities for pupils.
Areas for Improvement
- Religious education curriculum is not as well developed as others.
- Some new subject leaders need support to develop their skills.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 50% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 0% |
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 | 106 | ||
| Maths | 103 |
Progress Scores
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| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 1.2 | ||
| Writing | -0.9 | ||
| Maths | -2.1 |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 5 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 4 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 7 | 5 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Cavendish Church of England Primary School
The Green, Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 8BA |
2.33 miles |
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Belchamp St Paul Church of England Primary School
Vicarage Road, Belchamp St Paul, Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 7BP |
2.57 miles |
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Hundon Community Primary School
North Street, Hundon, Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 8EE |
2.71 miles |
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Ridgewell Church of England Primary School
Church Lane, Ridgewell, Halstead, Essex, CO9 4SA |
3.39 miles |
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Kedington Primary Academy
Church Walk, Kedington, Haverhill, Suffolk, CB9 7QZ |
3.94 miles |
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Glemsford Primary Academy
Lion Road, Glemsford, Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 7RF |
4.04 miles |
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St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Great Yeldham
Church Road, Great Yeldham, Halstead, Essex, CO9 4PT |
4.3 miles |
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Barnardiston Hall Preparatory School
Barnardiston, Haverhill, CB9 7TG |
4.47 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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Stour Valley Community School
Cavendish Road, Clare, Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 8PJ |
0.52 miles |
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Stoke College
Ashen Lane, Sudbury, CO10 8JE |
2.2 miles |