St Alban's Catholic Primary School
Cambridge, CB2 1EN · Cambridgeshire · primary school
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4th 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 2,034 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 8.7/10 among them, against 9.2/10 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 | 83.0 · 92 | 62% | 5.65 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 20.0 · 92 | 38% | 3.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Alban's Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 83.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 20.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 8.7 out of 10 among them, against 9.2 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 205 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
With 5 places currently available, how does the school manage waiting lists for specific entry years? How does the curriculum support pupils who are working towards the higher standard in core subjects? What are the typical class sizes for Year 6?
What Ofsted said about St Alban's Catholic Primary School
Overview
St Alban’s Catholic Primary School is a well-regarded institution where pupils are “motivated to learn” and feel “happy at school.” The report highlights “exemplary” behaviour and attitudes, alongside a curriculum that effectively develops curiosity and supports pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
Strengths
- Pupils display “exemplary” behaviour, showing high levels of respect and kindness towards others.
- The personal, social and health education programme is “exceptionally well planned and expertly delivered.”
- A “strong reading culture” ensures pupils quickly learn to read, with well-ordered phonics teaching.
- Staff in the early years create a “warm, welcoming environment” that fosters independence.
- Governors and trustees provide “highly effective support and challenge” to the school.
Areas to improve
- The curriculum is “not always adapted appropriately” to allow pupils to “deepen and extend their learning,” meaning some do not achieve as well as they could.
- Teachers need the necessary knowledge and skills to adapt learning so all pupils can achieve “ambitious outcomes across the curriculum.”
Safeguarding
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 | 87% |
| 2023/24 | 83% |
| 2024/25 | 83% |
| 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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