Corton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Lowestoft
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 5 months agoReport card - no overall grade (new Ofsted framework from Sep 2024)
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
This school excels at knowing each child exceptionally well and tailoring support to their individual needs. Staff are dedicated and caring, creating a calm, inclusive environment where all pupils - including those with additional needs - progress well. The school's thoughtful approach to reading, personal development and emotional wellbeing means children gain confidence and enjoy learning.
Key Strengths
- Effective early reading instruction with well-trained staff helping pupils become confident readers
- Swift identification of pupil needs with support closely matched to individual barriers to learning
- Inclusive culture where pupils with special educational needs and disabilities progress well alongside peers
- Strong pastoral support and emotional wellbeing for all pupils
- Clear behaviour expectations creating a calm, orderly environment with very rare bullying
Areas for Improvement
- Embedding learning routines and expectations more consistently so pupils settle and listen more quickly
- Strengthening older pupils' reading and writing fluency
- Identifying and addressing misconceptions more routinely in lessons
Safeguarding
Safeguarding standards are met - leaders have established an open culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and all legal requirements are fulfilled, making pupils feel safe.
Extracurricular Activities
Bicycle safety training, school council, pupil ambassador roles
Corton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is a calm and welcoming school where pupils feel safe, supported and valued. Leaders have established a broad, ambitious curriculum with a strong focus on achievement and wellbeing.
At a Glance
19.1%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
Yes
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Primary Performance (KS2)
Academic year 2025/26KS2 Results (% meeting expected standard)
Reading has remained stable at around 71%. Maths has improved from 61% to 71%. Writing has improved from 67% to 79%.
Class Sizes
30.0
Avg class size
4
Total classes
2 classes with more than 30 pupils
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
98%
Near capacity
110 pupils
112 capacity
2 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - Lowestoft
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Lowestoft
Admissions Demand - Suffolk
Places available
8,896
Applications
6,486
Got 1st preference
96.3%
Got preferred school
99.4%
Primary admissions across Suffolk (2025/26)
Inspection History(7)
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SEN Provision
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Pupil Demographics
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Teachers & Staff
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School Funding
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Pupil Absence2024/25
5.28889%
Overall absence
11.23596%
Persistent absence
89
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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