PrimaryData as of May 2026

Howard Community Academy

Beard Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP32 6SA

Academy sponsor led

Pupils

196

Ages

3-11

FSM

41.3%

Capacity

315

Ofsted

Requires improvement

Jan 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

71.0%

Writing

57.0%

Maths

50.0%

RWM Combined

36.0%

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About Howard Community Academy

Howard Community Academy is a primary school in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 36% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 196 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Beard Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP32 6SA | More schools in Suffolk

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Howard Community Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Jan 2023 — Requires improvement
Jul 2017 — Inadequate (predecessor: Howard Community Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Howard Community Academy

What is Howard Community Academy's Ofsted rating?

Howard Community Academy received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are Howard Community Academy's latest exam results?

Howard Community Academy: KS2 2024/25: 36% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Howard Community Academy located?

Howard Community Academy is a primary school in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk (IP32 6SA).

How many pupils attend Howard Community Academy?

Howard Community Academy has around 196 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Howard Community Academy with other schools?

View Howard Community Academy'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.