Middlefield Primary Academy
St Neots, PE19 2QE · Cambridgeshire · primary school
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129th 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 4,256 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.4/10 among them, against 3.7/10 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 | 62% | 2.55 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 38% | 1.13 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Middlefield 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%. 3.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.4 out of 10 among them, against 3.7 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Musical Theatre Club and Drama Club, alongside multi-skills and gymnastics sessions.
Getting in
The published school roll is 200 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 move from the expected standard to the higher standard? What specific strategies are used to improve reading outcomes for the cohort? How are the drama and multi-skills clubs scheduled to ensure broad participation?
What Ofsted said about Middlefield Primary Academy
Overview
Pupils “flourish at this happy and welcoming school” where they develop into “confident, well-rounded citizens.” The report highlights an “ambitious curriculum” and “exemplary” behaviour, noting that pupils are “well cared for” and achieve well. However, the school is currently refining its curriculum in some subjects to ensure consistent depth of learning across all areas.
Strengths
- Behaviour is “exemplary,” with pupils being “polite, articulate and friendly” and maintaining “excellent attitudes to learning.”
- Personal development is “exceptional,” with pupils learning to keep themselves safe online and developing “empathy and respect for other cultures.”
- A strong “culture of reading” exists, supported by a structured phonics programme where pupils become “confident, fluent readers.”
- Early years provision is effective, with children making a “strong start” and settling into routines quickly.
- Pupils benefit from “extensive outdoor learning provision,” taking on responsibilities such as growing produce and caring for animals.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, the curriculum is at an “earlier stage of implementation,” meaning pupils do not consistently learn or remember intended knowledge.
- The school needs to “continue to evaluate and refine their curriculum” to ensure pupils build upon knowledge successfully across all subjects and achieve consistently well.
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 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 72% |
| 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
—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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