St Botolph's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School — Primary School in Nr Diss

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St Botolph's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Nr Diss, IP22 1DW

181 Pupils

259 Capacity

4–11 Age Range

14.90% FSM %

92 Boys

89 Girls

About St Botolph's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

St Botolph's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a mixed-gender Local authority maintained schools located in Nr Diss, Suffolk, in the East of England region of England for pupils aged 4–11 with a Church of England character. It currently has a status of Open.

It has 181 pupils on roll. School capacity: 259. Current headteacher: Mark Cobbold.

This profile is based on official data from the Department for Education (DfE) Get Information About Schools (GIAS) register, updated March 2026.

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	Mid Suffolk
Parliamentary Constituency	Waveney Valley
Ward	Rickinghall
Urban / Rural	Larger 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	10074301
URN	124758
Data Last Updated	12-12-2025

Governors & Trustees (11)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Susan Wright	Chair of Governors	09/12/2019	09/12/2026	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Kristine Foreman	Governor	01/09/2024	01/09/2026	Elected by school staff
Revd Helen Grover	Governor	20/03/2025	20/03/2029	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)
Mr Gerry Gurhy	Governor	12/09/2015	12/09/2026	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Anthony Hainsworth	Governor	12/09/2012	12/09/2026	Appointed by LA
Mrs Nadine Hunt	Governor	01/05/2022	01/05/2030	Nominated by other body and appointed by GB
Mr Euan Matthews	Governor	13/10/2022	13/10/2026	Elected by parents
Mr Jonathan Moore	Governor	01/10/2019	01/10/2027	Elected by parents
Mr James Smith	Governor	04/03/2012	04/03/2026	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Alison Spouncer	Governor	20/05/2014	20/05/2026	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Vikki Vaughan-Williams	Governor	01/01/2024	01/08/2025	Elected by parents

Schools Nearby

Wortham Primary School

3.46 km • Diss

Other

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is St Botolph's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School?

St Botolph's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a Voluntary controlled school (group: Local authority maintained schools) in Nr Diss, Suffolk.

How many pupils does St Botolph's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School have?

St Botolph's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School has 181 pupils, with a capacity of 259.

What is the age range at St Botolph's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School?

St Botolph's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School caters for pupils aged 4 to 11.

Is St Botolph's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School a faith school?

Yes, St Botolph's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at St Botolph's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School?

The Headteacher at St Botolph's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is Mr Mark Cobbold.

Where is St Botolph's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School located?

St Botolph's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is at Back Hills, Botesdale, Nr Diss, IP22 1DW, in the Suffolk local authority, East of England.

Does St Botolph's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School have a sixth form?

Sixth form at St Botolph's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School: Does not have a sixth form.

Is St Botolph's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School currently open?

St Botolph's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mr Mark Cobbold

Back Hills, Botesdale, Nr Diss, IP22 1DW

01379890181

stbotolphs.suffolk.dbprimary.com

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 124758

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026