Downham Feoffees Primary Academy
Ely, CB6 2ST · Cambridgeshire · primary school
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75th 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.
Narrow the comparison to the 4,265 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.7/10 among them, against 5.3/10 nationally. 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 | 61.0 · 41 | 41% | 1.69 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.76 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 26% | 1.80 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Downham Feoffees Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 61.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 11.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.7 out of 10 among them, against 5.3 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Chess Club, Choir, Art club, and Drama Club, alongside multi-sports, Norwich Football Clubs, and Norwich Basketball Club. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 150 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 to bridge the gap between the expected and higher standards? What specific steps are taken to maintain the Good Ofsted rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Downham Feoffees Primary Academy
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils learn in an environment that supports them to have "aspiration for their futures" and enjoy "interesting learning." Leaders have designed an "ambitious curriculum" that helps pupils gain secure knowledge, while staff ensure pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) access the curriculum alongside their classmates.
Strengths
- Pupils are exposed to "many high-quality texts" and understand the importance of reading, with phonics taught well so most are "quick to pick up early reading skills."
- Teachers encourage pupils to "make connections between the different parts of the curriculum," helping them draw on previous learning effectively.
- Pupils feel "listened to, safe and cared for," demonstrating kindness and confidence that adults will resolve problems quickly.
- Leaders are "quick to identify and support the needs of individual pupils," including those with SEND, ensuring appropriate external advice is sought.
- The trust, academy council, and school leaders have formed an "effective partnership" that considers staff well-being and workload.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure consistency in teaching standards, as some teachers lack confidence in delivering certain curriculum aspects, risking gaps in pupil knowledge.
- Leaders should continue training to ensure all staff are equipped to support pupils with reading difficulties, particularly those with significant gaps in knowledge.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders maintaining a "strong safeguarding culture" and staff acting swiftly to involve external agencies when concerns arise.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 47% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 61% |
| 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
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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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