Old Newton Church of England Primary School, Stowmarket

In its own words: "We are a community, following in the example of Jesus, growing in strength and wisdom; We are filled with the Holy Spirit, living life to the full. In line with the Church of England's role as the established Church, our vision is for the common good of the whole community."

From the headteacher's welcome: "Welcome to Old Newton Primary School. Nestled in the beautiful Suffolk countryside, our school is more than just a place of learning; it’s a close-knit community where every child is cherished as a unique individual. We take pride in creating an inclusive environment that welcomes everyone, and I invite you to explore all that makes our school special."

The school runs a breakfast club from 8:00am and after-school care, from £4 per session.

Coming up: an open day on Wednesday 11 November 2026. Check the school's website before you go, as dates can change.

In 2025, 100% of Year 6 pupils at Old Newton Church of England Primary School reached the expected standard in reading and 100% in maths. At the average state primary the figures were 75% and 72% in Suffolk and 77% and 75% across England.

Results rose from 67% in reading and 53% in maths in 2024.

With small year groups, a few pupils can move these figures by several points.

For September 2026 entry, 12 families put Old Newton Church of England Primary School as their first choice and 18 named it as one of their preferences, for 12 places offered. That is one first choice for every place. Every family who put it first was offered a place there for 2026 entry.

The nearest other state primary schools to Old Newton Church of England Primary School are Freeman Community Primary School (1.6 miles, 86% reading, 68% maths); Cedars Park Community Primary School (2.1 miles, Good, 85% reading, 79% maths); Crawford's Church of England Primary School (2.1 miles, Good, 92% reading, 92% maths); and Grace Cook Primary School (2.2 miles).

Old Newton Church of England Primary School's 2025 results were higher than all 3 of them.

Old Newton Church of England Primary School is one of 15 schools run by The Tilian Partnership, an academy trust.

Across the trust's primary schools, 63% of Year 6 pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths in 2024/25.

29 parents answered Ofsted's Parent View survey about Old Newton Church of England Primary School (as of September 2025): 69% would recommend the school, 76% say their child is happy there and 69% of those with a view say bullying is dealt with well.

The strongest agreement was that their child feels safe (83%); the weakest, that they would recommend the school (69%).

15.7% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, well below the average state school (25%), and 1.4% speak English as an additional language, against 18.8% on average, according to the 2026 school census.

In 2026, 13 pupils (18.6%) received SEN support and 1 (1.4%) had an education, health and care plan, against 16.2% and 4.6% at the average state school. The most common need among them is speech, language and communication needs.

Old Newton Church of England Primary School had 7 teachers in 2026, one for every 10 pupils: more teachers per pupil than a typical primary school, at about one for every 20.

The nearest railway station is Entrance2, about 2.2 miles away in a straight line.

In August 2026, police recorded 2 crimes within a mile of the school, most often other theft and public order offences. That is well below the typical figure around schools in Suffolk (32).

Old Newton Church of England Primary School recorded no suspensions or permanent exclusions in 2024/25.