Best Primary Schools in Suffolk 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 253 schools across Suffolk. Updated with 2025–26 data.

253

Total schools

Outstanding

11%

Outstanding rate

59.5%

Avg KS2 SATs

35.8

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Ipswich Primary	Outstanding	83	View school
🥈	Boxford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary	Outstanding	82	View school
🥉	Exning Primary School Primary	Outstanding	80	View school
4.	All Saints' Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Lawshall Primary	Outstanding	78	View school
5.	Gislingham Church of England Primary School Primary	Outstanding	78	View school
6.	Norton CEVC Primary School Primary	Outstanding	78	View school
7.	Wortham Primary School Primary	Outstanding	77	View school
8.	Palgrave Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	77	View school
9.	Oulton Broad Primary School Primary	Outstanding	77	View school
10.	Trinity Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary	Good	77	View school
11.	Ringshall School Primary	Good	76	View school
12.	Hintlesham and Chattisham Church of England Primary School Primary	Outstanding	76	View school
13.	Sproughton Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	75	View school
14.	Stratford St Mary Primary School Primary	Good	74	View school
15.	All Saints Church of England Primary School, Laxfield Primary	Outstanding	74	View school
16.	Martlesham Primary Academy Primary	Good	74	View school
17.	Wickhambrook Primary Academy Primary	Outstanding	74	View school
18.	The Albert Pye Community Primary School Primary	Good	73	View school
19.	Sebert Wood Community Primary School Primary	Outstanding	73	View school
20.	Red Oak Primary School Primary	Good	73	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary schools are there in Suffolk?

There are 253 primary schools in Suffolk, of which 28 (11%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Suffolk?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Suffolk is St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Ipswich. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Suffolk?

Primary and secondary school applications in Suffolk are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Suffolk council website for application forms and deadlines.

What is the average Ofsted rating in Suffolk?

11% of primary schools in Suffolk are rated Outstanding and 66% are rated Good. 70.2% are rated Good or Outstanding.

Data sourced from Ofsted, Department for Education, and ISI. School rankings reflect the Schools Near Me composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance, and pupil-teacher ratios. Last updated April 2026.