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Hillside Primary School

Belstead Avenue, Ipswich, IP2 8NU

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Pupils
421
Ages
3-11
FSM
42.9%
Capacity
500
Ofsted
Requires improvement
Oct 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
60.0%
Writing
72.0%
Maths
74.0%
RWM Combined
53.0%

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About Hillside Primary School

Hillside Primary School is a primary school in Ipswich, Suffolk. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 53% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 421 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Belstead Avenue, Ipswich, IP2 8NU | More schools in Suffolk

Ofsted inspection history

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

  1. Oct 2023 — Requires improvement
  2. May 2021 — Taking effective action to tackle the areas…
  3. Mar 2021 — Leaders and those responsible for governanc…
  4. Oct 2019 — Requires improvement
  5. Jun 2017 — Requires improvement

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Hillside Primary School

What is Hillside Primary School's Ofsted rating?
Hillside Primary School received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.
What are Hillside Primary School's latest exam results?
Hillside Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 53% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Hillside Primary School located?
Hillside Primary School is a primary school in Ipswich, Suffolk (IP2 8NU).
How many pupils attend Hillside Primary School?
Hillside Primary School has around 421 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Hillside Primary School with other schools?
View Hillside 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.