East Bergholt Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School — Primary School in Nr Colchester

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East Bergholt Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Nr Colchester, CO7 6SW

200 Pupils

210 Capacity

4–11 Age Range

10.00% FSM %

99 Boys

101 Girls

About East Bergholt Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

East Bergholt Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is an Local authority maintained schools for pupils aged 4–11 based in Suffolk, East of England. The school is mixed-gender and Open with a Church of England character.

It has 200 pupils on roll. School capacity: 210. Current headteacher: Clare Sampson.

All information is drawn from the GIAS dataset published by the Department for Education. School details including admissions and term dates should be verified with Suffolk or the school directly.

School Details

Establishment Type	Voluntary controlled school
Type Group	Local authority maintained schools
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Suffolk
Region	East of England
Administrative District	Babergh
Parliamentary Constituency	South Suffolk
Ward	East Bergholt
Urban / Rural	Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Church of England
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	No Nursery Classes
UKPRN	10074583
URN	124729
Data Last Updated	08-07-2025

Governors & Trustees (11)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mr Chris Burns	Chair of Governors	08/06/2023	30/09/2027	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Hayley Aherne	Governor	11/10/2023	10/10/2027	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Jen Arnold	Governor	04/07/2024	03/07/2028	Appointed by GB/board
Ms Cath Breckell	Governor	11/12/2024	10/12/2028	Elected by parents
Mr Simon Rothwell	Governor	02/07/2024	02/08/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Clare Sampson	Governor	01/09/2023	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Ms Paula Simmons	Governor	14/05/2024	14/05/2028	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Ian Thoroughgood	Governor	07/12/2022	07/12/2026	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Laura Tuttlebee	Governor	01/09/2023	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Mrs Naomi Walker	Governor	13/03/2025	13/03/2029	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Richard Wheatley	Governor	16/12/2024	15/12/2028	Appointed by GB/board

Schools Nearby

East Bergholt High School

1.11 km • Colchester

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Brooklands Primary School

4.28 km • Nr Manningtree

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Highfields Primary School

4.75 km • Manningtree

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is East Bergholt Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School?

East Bergholt Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a Voluntary controlled school (group: Local authority maintained schools) in Nr Colchester, Suffolk.

How many pupils does East Bergholt Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School have?

East Bergholt Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School has 200 pupils, with a capacity of 210.

What is the age range at East Bergholt Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School?

East Bergholt Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School caters for pupils aged 4 to 11.

Is East Bergholt Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School a faith school?

Yes, East Bergholt Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at East Bergholt Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School?

The Headteacher at East Bergholt Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is Mrs Clare Sampson.

Where is East Bergholt Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School located?

East Bergholt Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is at School Lane, East Bergholt, Nr Colchester, CO7 6SW, in the Suffolk local authority, East of England.

Does East Bergholt Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School have a sixth form?

Sixth form at East Bergholt Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School: Does not have a sixth form.

Is East Bergholt Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School currently open?

East Bergholt Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mrs Clare Sampson

School Lane, East Bergholt, Nr Colchester, CO7 6SW

01206298202

www.eastbergholt-pri.suffolk.sch.uk

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 124729

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026