The Spinney Primary School
Cambridge, CB1 9PB · Cambridgeshire · primary school
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68th 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 3,899 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.0/10 among them, against 7.6/10 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 | 69.0 · 63 | 40% | 2.51 |
| Ofsted | 10 | 35% | 0.34 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 31.0 · 98 | 25% | 2.46 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
The Spinney Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 69.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the school recorded 31.0% against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.0 out of 10 among them, against 7.6 out of 10 nationally. The most recent inspection took place in June 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Singing Club, EcoCoach Dance and Gymnastics for Key Stage 1, EcoCoach Athletics and Relay Games for Key Stage 2, and play tennis. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 177 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
How does the new report-card framework affect day-to-day teaching priorities? What specific support is available for pupils aiming for the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about The Spinney Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school where leaders and governors have taken effective action to improve the quality of education, resulting in curriculum and teaching that are now at the 'expected standard'. Pupils generally behave well, feel safe, and make appropriate progress, with many achieving well in reading, writing, and mathematics by the end of Year 6.
Strengths
- Pupils achieve well in reading, with many becoming 'confident, fluent readers' by the end of Year 1.
- Staff focus on vocabulary development, helping pupils who are newer to English or have limited vocabularies to 'use them confidently in their work'.
- The early years curriculum is 'well designed' and teaching is 'highly effective', ensuring children are ready for their next stage.
- Leaders identify pupils’ needs 'quickly and precisely', including those with special educational needs, and put support in place early.
- Pupils show 'positive attitudes to learning', behave well, and demonstrate good manners and respect for others.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure a 'consistent and clear focus on helping pupils secure accurate letter and number formation' to prevent this from hindering achievement in writing and mathematics.
- Leaders should continue their work to 'improve the quality of teaching across the curriculum and further raise pupils' attainment'.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with an 'open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility' and concerns actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 83% |
| 2023/24 | 68% |
| 2024/25 | 69% |
| 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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