The Ryes College
Sudbury, Suffolk, East of England · CO10 5NA
With just 29 pupils on roll, The Ryes College is among the smallest independent schools a family might consider, offering a notably intimate setting in Sudbury, Suffolk. The school is mixed, non-denominational and admits pupils from age 11, with an 11+ entry route. It is inspected by the ISI and teaches towards GCSE qualifications. Under Head Mr Daniel Lawrence, the very small roll means classes are tiny and the atmosphere is likely to feel close-knit and highly personal.
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 29
- Location
- Sudbury, Suffolk, East of England
- Website
- https://www.keyschildren.co.uk/schools/the-ryes-college/
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Mr Daniel Lawrence
Latest results
Attainment 8
3.8
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
0%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
The published results sit well below national benchmarks: an average Attainment 8 score of 3.8 compares with a national average of 46.9, and 0% of pupils achieve grade 5 or above in English and Maths, against 47% nationally. With such a small cohort, these headline figures can be heavily influenced by individual circumstances and should be discussed directly with the school. Teaching is geared towards GCSE.
Sixth form
Qualifications offered
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
The last word
A very small independent school whose intimate scale will appeal to families seeking close individual attention; the published academic figures warrant a frank conversation with the school.
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The Ryes College 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is The Ryes College located?
The Ryes College is located at Bures Road, Assington, Sudbury, CO10 5NA.
What type of school is The Ryes College?
The Ryes College is an independent (fee-paying) school in East of England.
How many pupils attend The Ryes College?
The Ryes College has approximately 29 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.