Sutton CofE VC Primary School
Voluntary controlled primary school in Ely (Cambridgeshire).
Location
iSchool location from Get Information about Schools. Nearby schools are coloured by phase. Open Map+ for a full-screen map with neighbourhood deprivation (England only).About
In our preschool we aim to help children develop physically, emotionally, socially, intellectually and creatively. We believe that the main way in which children grow in these areas is through play and so we aim to provide an environment that encourages children in their play, encourages independence and facilitates their learning.
We really want the time that your child spends with us to be a positive, stimulating and enjoyable experience. We aim for them to grow in confidence and independence as they begin to learn new skills and develop socially and emotionally.
As Early Years Educators our role is to inspire and nurture an inquisitive mind in every child and build strong relationships to ensure our children feel happy, safe, unique and valued. We promote communication and language, physical development and personal social and emotional development as the golden threads that are woven into our every day curriculum.
Through our broad, balanced and flexible curriculum, we help to unlock a world full of potential for your children. We effectively plan experiences and learning environments that meet the needs of all of the pupils and build upon their interests and fascinations.
In the school’s own words, from the school website.
Enrichment
12 activitiesiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.- Computing
- Karate
- Mandarin
- Music
- Swimming
- Band
- Cooking
- Yoga
- Forest School
- Letters and Sounds
- Little Wandle
- Times Tables Rock Stars
Awards
2 awardsiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.- Anti-Bullying CharterRecognised award
- Sing UpRecognised award
Key facts
- URN
- 110802
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Nursery
- No Nursery Classes
- Local authority
- Cambridgeshire
- Constituency
- Ely and East Cambridgeshire
- Setting
- Larger rural: Further from a major town or city
Governing body (10 current, 2 former)
Maintained school governing body.
Leadership
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs Sarah Stant | Chair of Governors | Appointed by GB/board | since 2025 · until 2029 |
Full governing body
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs Rebecca Beckett | Governor | Elected by parents | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mrs Shelagh Partington | Governor | Foundation/sponsor members | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mr Jotham Steed | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mrs Sarah Baugh | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mrs Samantha Wallace | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mrs Ruth Garbutt | Governor | Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal | since 2025 |
| Mrs Helen Bradley | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Mrs Hilary Sanderson | Governor | Foundation/sponsor members | since 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mr Ryan Storey | Governor | Parent appointed by GB/board due to no election candidates | since 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mr Jonathan Cooper Former | Governor | Parent appointed by GB/board due to no election candidates | since 2022 · term ended 2026 |
| Dr Rebecca Ayres Former | Governor | Parent appointed by GB/board due to no election candidates | since 2022 · term ended 2026 |
Source: Department for Education, Get Information about Schools (governance records, as at 25 October 2026). Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Names are shown as published; there are no addresses or contact details. Current and former are worked out from term end dates when the page loads. Object or ask for removal · Report an issue with this record