Bury CofE Primary School
Huntingdon, PE26 2NJ · Cambridgeshire · primary school
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54th of 197 primary schools in Cambridgeshire we can score, 210 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 — 5.6/10 against 4,238 of them, against 5.9/10 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 | 81.0 · 89 | 62% | 5.49 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bury CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 81.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (5.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the SCAMP club, participate in the Music Service, singing, and piano lessons, and attend an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 207 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 activities are included in the SCAMP club?
What Ofsted said about Bury CofE Primary School
Overview
Pupils thrive within a positive, ‘can-do’ ethos, demonstrating focus and determination in lessons. The school delivers a well-designed curriculum that builds knowledge logically, ensuring pupils are well prepared for secondary education. Leaders and staff work collaboratively to maintain high standards, with staff morale described as high.
Strengths
- The curriculum is ‘ambitious’ and ‘well designed’, helping pupils build knowledge in ‘logical steps’.
- Staff possess ‘strong subject knowledge’ and provide ‘timely support’ to prevent pupils from falling behind.
- Pupils show ‘kindness and care for others’, resolving conflicts positively and modelling values for younger children.
- Reading is prioritised from the early years, with staff ensuring texts ‘match their abilities and interests’.
- Trustees and governors provide effective ‘support and challenge’, holding leaders to account for improvements.
Areas to improve
- Staff must ensure learning activities are ‘carefully adapted’ to meet the needs of some pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), as occasional lapses hinder learning.
Safeguarding
The report states that ‘the arrangements for safeguarding are effective’.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 73% |
| 2023/24 | 73% |
| 2024/25 | 81% |
| 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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