Hardwick Primary School
Academy converter primary school in Bury St Edmunds (Suffolk).
Location
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At Hardwick, we celebrate diversity and pride ourselves on our warm, family-centred approach. We are at the heart of the Nowton Estate, working closely with our community. We have high expectations for every child and are committed to unlocking their full potential.
Through rich learning experiences, strong relationships and a focus on enrichment, we ensure every child has the chance to thrive, succeed and shine in their own unique way. Hardwick Primary School Steward Road, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP33 2PW
In the school’s own words, from the school website.
Enrichment
3 activitiesiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.- 01284 755424
- Hardwick Primary School
- All Saints Schools Trust
Key facts
- URN
- 148509
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Nursery
- No Nursery Classes
- Local authority
- Suffolk
- Constituency
- Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket
- Setting
- Urban: Further from a major town or city
- Opened
- 2021
Governing body (3 current, 4 former)
iAcademy trust: local governing body and trust board.Leadership
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Robert Heavisides | Chair of Local Governing Body | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2025 · until 2029 |
Full governing body
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Mark Gilbert | Local Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2024 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mr Andrew Abbott | Local Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mrs Elodie Gilbert Former | Local Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2024 · term ended 2026 |
| Mrs Angela Carter Former | Local Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2024 · term ended 2026 |
| Mrs Abigail Smith Former | Local Governor | Elected by parents | since 2022 · term ended 2026 |
| Mrs Waveney Metcalf Former | Local Governor | Elected by parents | since 2022 · term ended 2026 |
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