Compare First Base Ipswich Academy and Parkside Academy and Sir Bobby Robson School

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

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 not applicable schools: First Base Ipswich Academy (Not applicable) in Ipswich; Parkside Academy (Not applicable) in Ipswich; Sir Bobby Robson School (Not applicable) in Ipswich — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares First Base Ipswich Academy, Parkside Academy and Sir Bobby Robson School. They are not applicable phase and academy alternative provision converter and free schools special type located around Ipswich, Suffolk. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (First Base Ipswich Academy), published Sep 2016. The lowest is 2 (Parkside Academy), published Mar 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Parkside Academy (Mar 2024). average roll around ≈ 0, combined total ≈ 50, typical FSM 35–40%, range 0–5%–55–60%; spread across trusts such as Raedwald Trust and UNITY SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP.

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Attribute	First Base Ipswich Academy IP3 0EW	Parkside Academy IP4 5ND	Sir Bobby Robson School IP3 9FA
Phase / Type	Not applicable • Academy alternative provision converter	Not applicable • Academy alternative provision converter	Not applicable • Free schools special
Location	Ipswich Suffolk IP3 0EW	Ipswich Suffolk IP4 5ND	Ipswich Suffolk IP3 9FA
Latest Ofsted	1 9 Sep 2016	2 18 Mar 2024	2 27 Jul 2023
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 0 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 0 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 50 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	0–5% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	50–55% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	55–60% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	12	90	60
Capacity utilisation	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Raedwald Trust	Raedwald Trust	UNITY SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
Website	www.raedwaldtrust.org	www.raedwaldtrust.org	www.sirbobbyrobsonschool.co.uk
Telephone	01473719553	01473717013	01473556210
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

First Base Ipswich Academy

IP3 0EW

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Academy alternative provision converter
Location: Ipswich
Suffolk
IP3 0EW
Ofsted: 1 9 Sep 2016
Pupils: ≈ 0 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 0–5% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Raedwald Trust
Website: www.raedwaldtrust.org
Telephone: 01473719553

Parkside Academy

IP4 5ND

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Academy alternative provision converter
Location: Ipswich
Suffolk
IP4 5ND
Ofsted: 2 18 Mar 2024
Pupils: ≈ 0 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 50–55% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Raedwald Trust
Website: www.raedwaldtrust.org
Telephone: 01473717013

Sir Bobby Robson School

IP3 9FA

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Free schools special
Location: Ipswich
Suffolk
IP3 9FA
Ofsted: 2 27 Jul 2023
Pupils: ≈ 50 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 55–60% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: UNITY SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
Website: www.sirbobbyrobsonschool.co.uk
Telephone: 01473556210

Map of compared schools

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.