
Sir Robert Hitcham Church of England Voluntary Aided School is a primary school located in the village of Debenham, Stowmarket, Suffolk. It serves children aged 4 to 11 and is a local authority maintained school with a Church of England religious character. The school has a capacity for 210 pupils but currently accommodates approximately 170 students, with a gender distribution of 97 boys and 73 girls. Situated in a rural setting, the school draws students mainly from the local community and surrounding areas. The school is known for its inclusive ethos and commitment to providing a supportive educational environment. The school motto, 'Striving to be more like Jesus', reflects its values of community, respect, and compassion.
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3 published inspections on file since November 2019.
Requires Improvement S5 Reinspection Visit 2
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Monitoring visit — previous rating confirmed· Requires Improvement monitoring Visit