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We are a small Church of England Voluntary Controlled primary school with 69 children. Situated  4 miles South of Bury St Edmunds in the small, farming community of Great Whelnetham, about 33 miles East of Cambridge.

Headteacher:  Mrs Chris Lawson
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Our latest Ofsted report says we are an Outstanding school!

Great Whelnetham CEVC Primary School
Great Whelnetham
Bury St Edmunds
Suffolk
IP30 0UA
Tel: 01284 386203

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Ofsted report

Our most recent Ofsted Inspection graded us as Outstanding. We are very proud of this! See our latest report.

What the inspector said:
“This is an Outstandingly effective school...”

“The school’s success arises from the continued clear vision and direction given by the new headteacher to a remarkably caring and committed staff.”

“Pupil’s personal development, including spiritual, moral, social and cultural development, is outstanding and reflects the school’s Christian ethos very well.”

“Pupils benefit from Outstanding teaching.”

“The good curriculum focuses particularly well on ensuring pupil’s basic skills are highly developed.”

What the children said:
“Teachers are kind and help you when you are stuck, all you have to do is put your hand up and they are there.”

“If ever you don’t feel good there is always someone to help you out and cheer you up.”

“We like the teachers because they make it the best for us.”

What the parents said:
“Our experiences of the school have all been extremely positive. We can’t say enough good things about it.”

“I feel the teaching staff care deeply and are brilliant. The school is well organized, has fantastic facilities and overall a kind, professional academic staff. We are very pleased with Great Whelnetham.”

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