Bar Hill Community Primary School
72%
Capacity
252
Pupils
1.1x
Demand
About Bar Hill Community Primary School
Bar Hill Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the South Cambridgeshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 252 pupils on roll, operating at 72% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Bar Hill Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Charlotte Linden, it falls under Cambridgeshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5361st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 55 in South Cambridgeshire.
Bar Hill Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 38 applications for 33 places, making it 1.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bar Hill Community Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Cross Country, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Eco Club, Choir 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 South Cambridgeshire, Bar Hill Community 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Gladeside, Cambridge, South Cambridgeshire, CB23 8DY |
| Headteacher | Charlotte Linden |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Number of Pupils | 252 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.1% |
| School Capacity | 252 / 350 (72% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Sept 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 17 Oct 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5361st of 13,686
Nationally
561st of 1,612
In East of England
19th of 55
In South Cambridgeshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
76%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed33
38
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (87% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Gladeside, Cambridge
South Cambridgeshire, CB23 8DY
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