PrimaryData as of May 2026

Birchwood Primary School

Valiant Road, Martlesham Heath, Ipswich, IP5 3SP

Community school

Pupils

206

Ages

4-11

FSM

8.7%

Capacity

210

Ofsted

Outstanding

Oct 2016

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

83.0%

Writing

80.0%

Maths

80.0%

RWM Combined

73.0%

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About Birchwood Primary School

Birchwood Primary School is a primary school in Ipswich, Suffolk. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2016 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 73% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 206 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Valiant Road, Ipswich, IP5 3SP | More schools in Suffolk

Ofsted inspection history

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

Dec 2022 — School remains Outstanding
Oct 2016 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Birchwood Primary School

What is Birchwood Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Birchwood Primary School received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2016 inspection.

What are Birchwood Primary School's latest exam results?

Birchwood Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 73% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Birchwood Primary School located?

Birchwood Primary School is a primary school in Ipswich, Suffolk (IP5 3SP).

How many pupils attend Birchwood Primary School?

Birchwood Primary School has around 206 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Birchwood Primary School with other schools?

View Birchwood Primary School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Suffolk.