Alconbury CofE Primary School
98%
Capacity
206
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Alconbury CofE Primary School
Alconbury CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Huntingdonshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 206 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Alconbury CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Hannah Mulcrone & Jane Watts, it falls under Cambridgeshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5683rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 55 in Huntingdonshire.
Alconbury CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 80 applications for 30 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
Alconbury CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (110 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Severe Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Alconbury CofE Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Rounders, Gymnastics, Swimming, as well as clubs including Art Club, Film Club, Chess, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Huntingdonshire, Alconbury CofE Primary School is one of the options available in the East of England region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | School Lane, Huntingdon, Huntingdonshire, PE28 4EQ |
| Headteacher | Hannah Mulcrone & Jane Watts |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Number of Pupils | 206 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.1% |
| School Capacity | 206 / 210 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5683rd of 13,686
Nationally
603rd of 1,612
In East of England
15th of 55
In Huntingdonshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
66%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
110 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
80
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alconbury CofE Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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Contact Information
School Lane, Huntingdon
Huntingdonshire, PE28 4EQ
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