Founded 1948, having been purchased by the Society of Old Framlinghamians as a memorial to those who gave their lives in two world wars. The main building dates back to the sixteenth century, standing in its own 26-acre grounds on the banks of the river Deben. It has always accepted boys and girls. It offers a balanced curriculum and a good range of activities. Each pupil has a dedicated tutor. The school aims to allow pupils to develop an appetite and zest for life, flourishing into well-rounded, well-mannered and successful young people. Most pupils go on to Framlingham College.
Pupils: Age range 2½ -13, 250 day pupils; 195 day (110 boys, 85 girls), 55 boarding (35 boys, 20 girls). Entrance: Main entry ages 3, 8, 11. Entrance by own assessment at 3 and 8; own entry test at 11. No special skills or religious requirements; school is Church of England but pupils of all other faiths welcome.
Some scholarships awarded at 11, to continue at Framlingham or some other schools.
Headmaster: Martin Myers-Allen, in post since 2007. Previously Housemaster at Framlingham.
Pupils take Common Entrance.
Most pupils go on to Framlingham College.
All National Curriculum subjects taught. Specialist subject teachers introduced at age 10 (earlier for some subjects). Special provision: Support department helps those with learning difficulties and stretches the talented. Languages: French taught from age 7, Latin at age 11.
Many pupils learn a musical instrument. Musical groups include choirs, orchestra, jazz and funk bands, brass and string ensembles, recorder groups. All pupils involved in school drama productions (Toad recently).
Sport and PE are integral part of curriculum. Major sports: hockey, netball, rounders, athletics, tennis for girls; rugby, hockey, cricket, athletics, tennis for boys. Also swimming, basketball, golf, gymnastics, football, cross-country. Sports facilities on site and has access to those at senior school close by: indoor and outdoor swimming pools, floodlit astro-turf, tennis courts, sports halls, playing fields. School recognised by Suffolk Lawn Tennis Association; 4 pupils training with county netball squad; 3 boys play rugby for Northampton Saints U11 Academy. Activities: Range of activities including pottery, pond-dipping, ballet, karate, lantern making, horse riding, as well as activities in music, sport, drama, art, design and technology.
Uniform: School uniform worn. Houses: Competitive houses. Head boy and girl. Religion: Church of England. Social: Annual trip to France for 11-12-year olds. Meals formal; wide choice. School bus.
Pupils in single-sex houses. 1–2 exeats a term. Weekly and flexi-boarding offered.
General Sir Patrick Howard Dobson (former ADC to the Queen); Dr David Bull (TV presenter); Laura Wright (singer, member of All Angels).
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