Stowmarket High School
Stowmarket High School is a secondary located in Suffolk, IP14 1QR. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Requires Improvement. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 18. It currently has approximately 901 pupils on roll.
Stowmarket High School is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy sponsor led. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy sponsor led
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 18
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Suffolk
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1203
Number of Pupils: 901
Number of Boys: 458
Number of Girls: 443
Special Classes Code: 0
Percentage on Free School Meals: 20.3
Last Changed Date: 2025-04-22
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Requires Improvement
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Requires Improvement
Behaviour & Attitudes: Requires Improvement
Personal Development: Good
Leadership & Management: Requires Improvement
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2023-03-14
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Stowmarket High School
What is the Ofsted rating of Stowmarket High School?
Stowmarket High School has been rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Stowmarket High School admit?
Stowmarket High School admits pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is Stowmarket High School a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Stowmarket High School is a mixed school.
What type of school is Stowmarket High School?
Stowmarket High School is a academy sponsor led offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Stowmarket High School?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Stowmarket High School on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Stowmarket High School?
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