Best 3 Secondary schools in Ipswich – comparison

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Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of secondary schools: Westbourne Academy (Secondary) in Ipswich; Chantry Academy (Secondary) in Ipswich; Kesgrave High School (Secondary) in Ipswich — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Westbourne Academy, Chantry Academy and Kesgrave High School. They are secondary phase and academy converter and academy sponsor led type located around Ipswich, Suffolk. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 2 (Westbourne Academy), published Jul 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Westbourne Academy (Jul 2024). average roll around ≈ 1,300, combined total ≈ 3,900, typical FSM 30–35%, range 10–15%–35–40%; spread across trusts such as Academy Transformation Trust, The Active Learning Trust Limited and EAST ANGLIAN SCHOOLS TRUST LTD.

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Attribute	Westbourne Academy IP1 5JN	Chantry Academy IP2 9LR	Kesgrave High School IP5 2PB
Phase / Type	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Academy sponsor led	Secondary • Academy converter
Location	Ipswich Suffolk IP1 5JN	Ipswich Suffolk IP2 9LR	Ipswich Suffolk IP5 2PB
Latest Ofsted	2 16 Jul 2024	2 13 Jun 2024	2 2 Feb 2023
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 1,050 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,000 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,850 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	35–40% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	35–40% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	1120	960	1850
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Non-selective	Non-selective	Non-selective
Trust / Local authority	Academy Transformation Trust	The Active Learning Trust Limited	EAST ANGLIAN SCHOOLS TRUST LTD
Website	www.westbourne.attrust.org.uk	www.chantryacademy.org	www.kesgrave.suffolk.sch.uk
Telephone	01473742315	01473687181	01473624855
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Westbourne Academy

IP1 5JN

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Ipswich
Suffolk
IP1 5JN
Ofsted: 2 16 Jul 2024
Pupils: ≈ 1,050 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 35–40% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Academy Transformation Trust
Website: www.westbourne.attrust.org.uk
Telephone: 01473742315

Chantry Academy

IP2 9LR

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy sponsor led
Location: Ipswich
Suffolk
IP2 9LR
Ofsted: 2 13 Jun 2024
Pupils: ≈ 1,000 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 35–40% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: The Active Learning Trust Limited
Website: www.chantryacademy.org
Telephone: 01473687181

Kesgrave High School

IP5 2PB

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Ipswich
Suffolk
IP5 2PB
Ofsted: 2 2 Feb 2023
Pupils: ≈ 1,850 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: EAST ANGLIAN SCHOOLS TRUST LTD
Website: www.kesgrave.suffolk.sch.uk
Telephone: 01473624855

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How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.