Stonham Aspal Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School — Primary School in Stowmarket

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Stonham Aspal Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Stowmarket, IP14 6AF

166 Pupils

210 Capacity

5–11 Age Range

8.40% FSM %

84 Boys

82 Girls

About Stonham Aspal Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Stonham Aspal Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is an Local authority maintained schools for pupils aged 5–11 based in Suffolk, East of England. The school is mixed-gender and Open with a Church of England character.

It has 166 pupils on roll. School capacity: 210. Current headteacher: Ben Hemmings.

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 aided 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	Central Suffolk and North Ipswich
Ward	Stonham
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	10074218
URN	124772
Data Last Updated	10-03-2026

Governors & Trustees (12)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Katherine Henderson	Chair of Governors	02/10/2025	01/10/2026	Foundation/sponsor members
Mrs Helena Tiernay	Chair of Governors	09/11/2021	01/10/2025	Foundation/sponsor members
Claire Bewley	Governor	05/05/2021	04/05/2025	Foundation/sponsor members
Mr Kevin Blatch	Governor	23/02/2022	22/02/2026	Nominated by LA and appointed by GB
Mrs Catherine Bryant	Governor	17/05/2023	17/05/2026	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Gavin Hailes	Governor	31/05/2022	30/05/2026	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Richard Hart	Governor	01/02/2024	01/01/2028	Foundation/sponsor members
Mr Ben Hemmings	Governor	01/04/2022	01/04/2030	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Katherine Henderson	Governor	10/02/2024	10/02/2028	Foundation/sponsor members
Mrs Debbie McDonnell	Governor	03/09/2022	02/09/2026	Foundation/sponsor members
Mrs Debbie Richards	Governor	07/12/2023	07/12/2027	Elected by parents
Mrs Helena Tiernay	Governor	09/11/2021	08/11/2025	Elected by parents

Schools Nearby

Creeting St Mary Church of England Primary School

4.72 km • Ipswich

Other

Debenham High School

4.83 km • Stowmarket

Other

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Stonham Aspal Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School?

Stonham Aspal Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is a Voluntary aided school (group: Local authority maintained schools) in Stowmarket, Suffolk.

How many pupils does Stonham Aspal Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School have?

Stonham Aspal Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School has 166 pupils, with a capacity of 210.

What is the age range at Stonham Aspal Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School?

Stonham Aspal Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School caters for pupils aged 5 to 11.

Is Stonham Aspal Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School a faith school?

Yes, Stonham Aspal Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at Stonham Aspal Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School?

The Headteacher at Stonham Aspal Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is Mr Ben Hemmings.

Where is Stonham Aspal Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School located?

Stonham Aspal Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is at The Street, Stonham Aspal, Stowmarket, IP14 6AF, in the Suffolk local authority, East of England.

Does Stonham Aspal Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Stonham Aspal Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School: Does not have a sixth form.

Is Stonham Aspal Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School currently open?

Stonham Aspal Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mr Ben Hemmings

The Street, Stonham Aspal, Stowmarket, IP14 6AF

01449711346

www.stonhamaspal.suffolk.sch.uk

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 124772

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026