Fulbourn Primary School
Cambridge, CB21 5BH · Cambridgeshire · primary school
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22nd 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 — 8.6/10 against 4,277 of them, against 8.3/10 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 | 76.0 · 80 | 40% | 3.19 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 18.0 · 89 | 25% | 2.23 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Fulbourn Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 76.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 18.0%, against a national median of 7%. 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 (8.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.3 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in 2022.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Community Club, Story Suitcase, Sewing Club, Board Games, Creative Writing, Nature Watch, Micro:bit Coding Club, and Embroidery. Sports include Boxercise, Dodgeball, Football, Basketball, Tennis, Quidditch, MultiSports, and Gymnastics. Arts and music options are Create & Record, Come & Sing, Come & Play Instruments, Choir, Sting Performing Arts, Digital Music, and Keyboard Club. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 254 pupils against a stated capacity of 330. 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.
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What Ofsted said about Fulbourn Primary School
Overview
Fulbourn Primary School continues to be a good school, characterised by "warm and welcoming" relationships and high expectations for pupils. Leaders have planned curriculums carefully to meet the needs of all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, ensuring they develop skills and knowledge over time.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from "high expectations" and enjoy a wide range of enrichment opportunities, such as cooking, sports, and forest school.
- The curriculum is delivered effectively, with strategies like the ‘flip-flop’ structure allowing mixed-age classes to receive "high-quality instruction".
- Reading is a priority; staff promptly identify pupils falling behind with phonics and support them to "catch up quickly".
- Early years leaders ensure children make good progress through "purposeful interactions" and a "very well-equipped environment".
- Governors are "well trained" and work closely with the community to ensure all pupils can access extra-curricular activities.
Areas to improve
- Leaders need to review communication procedures to provide clearer information about what children are learning, as some families want more detail to support learning at home.
- In some foundation subjects, procedures for checking that pupils understand core content are less clear; leaders must ensure teachers consistently verify this understanding.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders ensuring necessary checks are made and staff are trained to identify risks and secure help quickly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 73% |
| 2023/24 | 66% |
| 2024/25 | 76% |
| 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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