St Ivo Academy
St Ives, PE27 6RR · Cambridgeshire · secondary school
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17th of 34 secondary schools in Cambridgeshire we can score, 35 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 — 7.1/10 against 884 of them, against 7.0/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.84 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 57.4 · 78 | 30% | 2.33 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.14 · 60 | 25% | 1.50 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 51.3 · 75 | 10% | 0.75 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Ivo Academy overview
How it's doing
St Ivo Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in May 2024. In 2024/25, 47.2% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 47.1, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.14 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did better than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.0 out of 10 among them, against 5.9 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join music clubs for piano, flute, drums, cello, double bass, vocals, guitar, and violin. Sports include skiing, Wimbledon tennis, golf, and cycling. Arts opportunities cover theatre and dance productions. Trips have included Sutton Hoo, Switzerland, London, Bletchley Park, and Snowdonia.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,378 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,840. 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 improve their Progress 8 scores relative to the national comparison? What specific support is available for students aiming to raise their Attainment 8? How are the various music and sports clubs scheduled alongside
What Ofsted said about St Ivo Academy
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils have "positive relationships with their teachers" and respond to "high expectations by trying hard in lessons." It notes that the school is "determined that all pupils will achieve highly," supported by a "broad and ambitious curriculum" and consistent behaviour management. While many stakeholders are happy, the report acknowledges that some parents and pupils are unhappy with certain aspects of the trust’s approach.
Strengths
- Teachers "explain information clearly" and "quickly pick up misconceptions," enabling pupils to "learn well" and produce work of "good quality."
- The school has a "well-planned personal development programme" and a "well-constructed careers programme" that helps pupils make "well informed choices."
- A dedicated reading programme ensures pupils "quickly catch up and become confident and fluent readers."
- Leaders are "relentless in improving attendance" and are "proactive" in addressing the specific challenges families face.
- Sixth-form students "value the expertise of their teachers" and receive high-quality instruction.
Areas to improve
- Plans for pupils with SEND "sometimes lack precision," meaning teachers cannot always plan successful adaptations; the school must ensure plans "target specific learning barriers."
- The "extra-curricular and enrichment offer is limited," causing some pupils to miss opportunities to "broaden their individual horizons, talents and interests."
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 48.4 |
| 2024/25 | 47.1 |
| 2025/26 | 51.3 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 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
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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