Kelsale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School — Primary School in Saxmundham

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Kelsale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Saxmundham, IP17 2NP

159 Pupils

168 Capacity

4–11 Age Range

15.80% FSM %

96 Boys

63 Girls

About Kelsale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Kelsale 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 159 pupils on roll. School capacity: 168. Current headteacher: Nicola Johnson.

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	East Suffolk
Parliamentary Constituency	Suffolk Coastal
Ward	Kelsale & Yoxford
Urban / Rural	Smaller rural: Further from 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	10044107
URN	124735
Data Last Updated	05-12-2025

Governors & Trustees (11)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Stephanie Knight	Chair of Governors	01/05/2025	01/05/2028	Appointed by GB/board
Dr Matthew Sullivan	Chair of Governors	03/10/2024	30/04/2025	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)
Mr Tim Bannister	Governor	12/03/2025	12/03/2029	Appointed by GB/board
Mr John Easy	Governor	10/02/2023	09/02/2027	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Chris Fry	Governor	01/09/2025	31/08/2029	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Nicola Johnson	Governor	01/09/2025	31/08/2029	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Miss Stephanie Knight	Governor	23/03/2023	22/03/2027	Parent appointed by GB/board due to no election candidates
Ms Rebecca Leek	Governor	01/01/2025	31/08/2025	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Mrs Caroline Mansell	Governor	25/03/2025	25/03/2029	Elected by school staff
Mr Wesley May	Governor	03/10/2024	03/10/2028	Appointed by GB/board
Revd David Preece	Governor	25/03/2025	25/03/2029	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)

Schools Nearby

Saxmundham Primary School

0.95 km • Saxmundham

Other

Benhall St Mary's Church of England Primary School

2.98 km • Saxmundham

Other

Yoxford & Peasenhall Primary Academy

4.61 km • Saxmundham

Other

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Kelsale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a Voluntary controlled school (group: Local authority maintained schools) in Saxmundham, Suffolk.

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

Kelsale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School has 159 pupils, with a capacity of 168.

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

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

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

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

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

The Headteacher at Kelsale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is Mrs Nicola Johnson.

Where is Kelsale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School located?

Kelsale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is at Carlton Road, Kelsale, Saxmundham, IP17 2NP, in the Suffolk local authority, East of England.

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

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

Is Kelsale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School currently open?

Kelsale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mrs Nicola Johnson

Carlton Road, Kelsale, Saxmundham, IP17 2NP

01728602297

www.kelsaleprimary.co.uk

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 124735

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026