Bures primary school serves this small village community on the Suffolk-Essex border with exceptional results. Bures Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted, achieving 77% of pupils meeting expected standards in reading, writing and maths—well above England's 62%—and an impressive 93% in science compared to 82% nationally. With 24% of pupils reaching the higher standard, three times the England average of 8%, the school demonstrates strong academic foundations alongside its close-knit village character. Families in Bures benefit from a welcoming Church of England school with consistently high performance. Use the map view to explore the school and see its catchment area.
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| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Bures Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School | State | Primary | 4-11 years | Mixed | Church of England | Good |
State • Primary • 4-11 years
