St Andrew's CofE Primary School
Ely, CB7 5AA · Cambridgeshire · primary school
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60th 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 — 5.7/10 against 3,864 of them, against 5.7/10 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 | 75.0 · 78 | 40% | 3.11 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.59 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Andrew's CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 75.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. 2.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (5.7 out of 10 either way).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils access swimming, hockey, tag rugby, gymnastics, dance, athletics, football and netball, alongside an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 461 pupils against a stated capacity of 480. 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 do not reach the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about St Andrew's CofE Primary School
Overview
St Andrew’s CofE Primary School continues to be a good school, providing a nurturing environment where pupils are "enthusiastic, confident and determined." Leaders prioritise reading and have established a consistent curriculum that prepares children well for Key Stage 1, with staff demonstrating high expectations for behaviour and learning.
Strengths
- Leaders have ensured all teachers are trained in the adopted phonics programme, which is delivered with consistency, helping most pupils become "confident and fluent readers."
- The early years curriculum is expertly planned, weaving knowledge with children’s interests to ensure they are "well prepared for Key Stage 1."
- Staff have high expectations for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, making adaptations that help them "progress in line with their peers."
- Pupils enjoy a wide range of enriching experiences, including leadership roles and extra-curricular activities that "nurture pupils’ talents and interests."
- Staff are "highly motivated" and value the training and workload considerations provided by the trust and leaders.
Areas to improve
- Leaders need to ensure the intent and implementation of some curriculum areas are as embedded as others, so pupils’ knowledge is secure and they can explain what they have learned.
- Leaders need to ensure all pupils attend school regularly, as too many missing sessions leads to gaps in knowledge and causes pupils to fall behind.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with robust training, reporting systems, and proactive engagement with families and external agencies.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 78% |
| 2023/24 | 71% |
| 2024/25 | 75% |
| 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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