Archdeacon Cambridge's Church of England Primary School
Twickenham, TW2 5TU · Richmond upon Thames · primary school
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18th of 38 primary schools in Richmond upon Thames we can score, 45 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 9.3/10 against 2,232 of them, against 9.5/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 84.0 · 93 | 40% | 3.72 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 33.0 · 99 | 25% | 2.47 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Archdeacon Cambridge's Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 84.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. 33.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join dance, tennis, basketball, football, netball, cricket, rugby and athletics clubs. They also participate in the Fourth Plinth School’s Award and the Richmond in Bloom Poster Competition. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 440 pupils against a stated capacity of 472. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who do not reach the higher standard in maths? What specific support is available for children joining in the current entry year? How are the various sports clubs scheduled to ensure all pupils can participate?
What Ofsted said about Archdeacon Cambridge's Church of England Primary School
Overview
Archdeacon Cambridge’s Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, providing a "lively and caring" environment where pupils are "safe, happy and love attending." Leaders have created a setting where children are encouraged to be leaders and support one another, resulting in high parental satisfaction and strong community engagement.
Strengths
- Pupils follow a "rich and varied curriculum" with rigorous planning in key areas like mathematics and early years, building knowledge "systematically each year."
- Phonics and early reading are prioritised, ensuring pupils become "confident and fluent readers" with timely support for those needing extra help.
- Classrooms are described as "calm and joyful," with teachers who "explain ideas clearly" and use questioning to address knowledge gaps swiftly.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are identified quickly and are "fully included in the classroom," accessing the same curriculum as their peers.
- The school places a "strong emphasis on pupils’ wider development," offering plentiful activities and educational visits to broaden horizons.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, leaders have not clearly identified the knowledge and skills pupils must learn and how these build from year to year, meaning pupils do not always develop a "deep understanding."
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a "strong culture of safeguarding" where staff receive regular training and know how to identify and report concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 78% |
| 2023/24 | 82% |
| 2024/25 | 84% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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