Park Street CofE Primary School
Cambridge, CB5 8AR · Cambridgeshire · primary school
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33rd 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 — 8.3/10 against 3,508 of them, against 7.7/10 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 | 72.0 · 71 | 40% | 2.83 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 17.0 · 87 | 25% | 2.18 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Park Street CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 72.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 17.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 116 pupils against a stated capacity of 125. 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 working towards the expected standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child in the final year of primary education? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating in daily practice?
What Ofsted said about Park Street CofE Primary School
Overview
Park Street CofE Primary School is described as a place where “all pupils feel welcome” and value its diverse community. The report highlights an “ambitious curriculum” that ensures pupils build knowledge over time, resulting in strong academic outcomes and positive personal development. Leaders have successfully fostered a supportive environment for both staff and pupils, with high expectations for behaviour and attitudes.
Strengths
- Pupils are “confident, fluent and successful readers” due to a clear phonics approach and swift support for those struggling.
- The curriculum allows pupils to “make connections across subjects,” helping them recall knowledge and address misconceptions effectively.
- Behaviour is good, with pupils following routines and showing respect; bullying is reported as “rare.”
- Personal development is strong, with pupils learning about democracy, equality, and spirituality, preparing them for “life in modern Britain.”
- Leaders are “very mindful of staff workload,” and parents are “overwhelmingly positive” about the school.
Areas to improve
- Subject leaders in some foundation subjects must assess the impact of their curriculum design to ensure staff support pupils in securing “detailed knowledge in their long-term memory.”
- In newly updated subjects, activities must be better adapted to help pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) develop knowledge “fluently or independently.”
- In the early years, adults should extend play activities further so children can “deepen their understanding” of key concepts.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are “effective,” with robust systems in place to swiftly respond to concerns and ensure all staff are properly trained and checked.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 64% |
| 2023/24 | 71% |
| 2024/25 | 72% |
| 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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