Special schoolData as of May 2026

The Bridge School

Sprites Lane, Ipswich, IP8 3ND

Academy special sponsor led

Pupils

216

Ages

4-19

FSM

43.5%

Capacity

228

Ofsted

Good

Jun 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

0.0%

Writing

0.0%

Maths

0.0%

RWM Combined

0.0%

Trend — Expected Standard % & Higher Standard %

What to look for in a primary schoolApplication timelines, KS2 SATs context, and what to ask on a school visit.

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8

N/A

Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

N/A

Basics 9-5

N/A

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

DfE school-level GCSE grade distribution is available from 2023/24 onwards; no data for earlier years

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What parents say and who teaches here

Parent Reviews

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About The Bridge School

The Bridge School is a secondary school in Ipswich, Suffolk. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 0% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 216 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Ofsted inspection history

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

Jun 2023 — Good
Mar 2018 — Inadequate (predecessor: The Bridge School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about The Bridge School

What is The Bridge School's Ofsted rating?

The Bridge School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are The Bridge School's latest exam results?

The Bridge School: KS2 2024/25: 0% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is The Bridge School located?

The Bridge School is a secondary school in Ipswich, Suffolk (IP8 3ND).

How many pupils attend The Bridge School?

The Bridge School has around 216 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare The Bridge School with other schools?

View The Bridge 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.