Southwold Primary School and Early Years' Centre

About Southwold Primary School and Early Years' Centre

Southwold Primary School and Early Years’ Centre is an average sized primary school with 225 pupils on roll. It is a vibrant, successful and friendly place to work. We are a creative school, a Forest school, an international school and are strongly involved in the Food for Life initiative.

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Key Facts

Students 225

Head/Principal Mrs Salmeron

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 5.0

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 11 responses • 5.1% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

100% positive

My child feels safe at this school

90.9% positive

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

90.9% positive 9.1% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

72.8% positive

My child does well at this school

100.1% positive

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 11 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

9.9

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

40.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Emily J

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Wonderful School Experience!"

I am so grateful to have my child at Southwold Primary School. The staff are caring and attentive, and the facilities are excellent. My child loves the Forest School program and the opportunities for outdoor learning. We feel very lucky to be a part of this school community!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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David K

Parent Jan 15, 2022

5.0

"Fantastic School with a Positive Atmosphere"

We have been impressed with the creative approach to learning at Southwold Primary. Our child loves the project-based lessons and the emphasis on teamwork. The school's commitment to Food for Life and sustainability is also something we really appreciate. Highly recommended!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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Rachel G

Parent Jun 1, 2020

4.0

"Mixed Feelings about Southwold"

I have mixed feelings about our time at Southwold Primary. The school has a lot to offer, with a diverse and welcoming community, and some excellent teachers. However, we experienced some inconsistency in our child's education, and the communication from the school could be improved. Overall, it was an okay experience, but not without its challenges.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

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