The Icknield Primary School
Cambridge, CB22 3EA · Cambridgeshire · primary school
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93rd 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 — 5.5/10 against 2,630 of them, against 4.8/10 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 | 59.0 · 37 | 62% | 2.26 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 38% | 2.54 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
The Icknield Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 59.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 10.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join Science Club and Book & a Biscuit, participate in Football Fun Factory, Cricket Club, Football Club, and the Triathlon ‘Run & Bike Club, and visit the Botanic Gardens. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 222 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 59.0% meeting expected standards, what specific support is offered to pupils who need to close the gap? How does the school integrate the various sports clubs into the weekly timetable?
What Ofsted said about The Icknield Primary School
Overview
The Icknield Primary School provides a “safe and inclusive environment” where pupils are “caring, honest, resilient and certainly ambitious to learn.” The report highlights a “well-structured, broad and ambitious curriculum” that enables pupils to achieve well in national assessments and retain knowledge securely. Strong leadership and personal development are central to the school’s success, with significant improvements made since the previous inspection.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from “high expectations” and a curriculum that allows them to “recall and retain knowledge securely across the wider curriculum.”
- Phonics teaching is a “major strength,” with a “consistent, well-understood approach” enabling pupils to read confidently and enjoy books.
- The school “excels in developing pupils’ character and resilience” through a refined PSHE programme, mindfulness workshops, and community projects.
- Staff receive “highly effective support” from the trust, resulting in improved subject knowledge and strong pupil outcomes.
- Early years provision builds “strong foundations for future learning” through engaging activities and structured lessons.
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure parents of pupils with SEND are “fully involved in reviewing the provision” so their views shape the support their child receives.
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 | 69% |
| 2023/24 | 71% |
| 2024/25 | 59% |
| 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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