Foxton Primary School
Cambridge, CB22 6RN · Cambridgeshire · primary school
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39th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 8.1/10 against 3,042 of them, against 7.3/10 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 40% | 2.28 |
| 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.
Foxton Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A further 33.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 79 pupils against a stated capacity of 119. 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 are not yet meeting expected standards in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child in the upper years? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Foxton Primary School
Overview
Foxton Primary School is described as a welcoming environment where pupils "flourish" and feel "safe and well cared for." The inspection found that leaders have designed a "well structured and ambitious" curriculum, resulting in high expectations and positive behaviour. The school maintains a "calm and orderly atmosphere," with staff effectively supporting all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Strengths
- Pupils are "keen to learn" and demonstrate enthusiasm, particularly when exploring the local area and comparing communities.
- The curriculum is logical, with teachers making links between subjects to help pupils "strengthen the knowledge they have learned."
- Early years provision is "carefully planned and skilfully delivered," ensuring children are "well prepared for Year 1."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive "personalised support" and "make timely progress."
- Reading is taught effectively using a phonics programme, helping pupils become "confident and fluent readers quickly."
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure "agreed subject-specific knowledge is set out explicitly in all subject plans," as it is not currently clear in a small number of subjects.
- Leaders should ensure "all pupils attend school as often as they can," as a small number are still not attending frequently enough.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective," with a "strong culture of safeguarding" and thorough staff training in place.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 69% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| 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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