PrimaryData as of May 2026

Elmswell Community Primary School

Oxer Close, Elmswell, Bury St Edmunds, IP30 9UE

Community school

Pupils

363

Ages

3-11

FSM

17.9%

Capacity

420

Ofsted

Good

Jun 2016

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

83.0%

Writing

78.0%

Maths

83.0%

RWM Combined

76.0%

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About Elmswell Community Primary School

Elmswell Community Primary School is a primary school in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2016 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 76% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 363 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Oxer Close, Bury St Edmunds, IP30 9UE | More schools in Suffolk

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Elmswell Community Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Feb 2025 — Standards maintained
Jan 2020 — School remains Good
Jun 2016 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Elmswell Community Primary School

What is Elmswell Community Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Elmswell Community Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2016 inspection.

What are Elmswell Community Primary School's latest exam results?

Elmswell Community Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 76% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Elmswell Community Primary School located?

Elmswell Community Primary School is a primary school in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk (IP30 9UE).

How many pupils attend Elmswell Community Primary School?

Elmswell Community Primary School has around 363 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Elmswell Community Primary School with other schools?

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