Cambourne Village College
Cambridge, CB23 6FR · Cambridgeshire · secondary school
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8th of 34 secondary schools in Cambridgeshire we can score, 35 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 — 7.8/10 against 882 of them, against 7.8/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 59.3 · 80 | 46% | 3.70 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.3 · 73 | 38% | 2.79 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 53.7 · 82 | 15% | 1.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Cambourne Village College overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 56.9% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 51.7, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.3 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did better than those nationally who started from the same place. 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 (7.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Duke of Edinburgh, Student Leadership, LGBTQIA+ (We are all made of Molecules), and Not Just Black and White clubs. Music Clubs, Instrument Lessons, and School Productions are also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,626 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,250. 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 manage class sizes when operating significantly above its designated capacity? What specific support structures are in place for students participating in the Duke of Edinburgh award? How are music lessons scheduled to fit within the standard timetable?
What Ofsted said about Cambourne Village College
Overview
Cambourne Village College is described as a school that has created a culture where difference is “celebrated” and pupils are confident to “be who they want to be”. The report highlights a strong sense of community, with pupils acting as “excellent ambassadors” who are highly supportive of their peers. Leaders and staff work diligently to ensure the school operates at its best, equipping pupils with the ambition and skills to “pursue their dreams”.
Strengths
- The school offers a “rich and broad curriculum” that inspires pupils at every stage, including a well-planned sixth form with an “impressive selection of subjects”.
- Staff are “astute at identifying and meeting pupils’ needs”, applying effective strategies to support all learners, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
- Teachers demonstrate a “deep passion and knowledge” for their subjects, collaborating to ensure cohesion and consistency across departments.
- Pupils exhibit “excellent behaviour”, showing responsibility for their actions and valuing the “different opinions, beliefs and cultures of their peers”.
- The programme for personal development is “exceptional”, featuring initiatives like the ‘not just black or white’ committee that champion diversity and pupil voice.
Areas to improve
The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 49.5 |
| 2024/25 | 51.7 |
| 2025/26 | 53.7 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 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
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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