Bewick Bridge Community Primary School
91%
Capacity
218
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Bewick Bridge Community Primary School
Bewick Bridge Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cambridge community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 218 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 240 places).
Ofsted has rated Bewick Bridge Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Thomas Sapsford, it falls under Cambridgeshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 944th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 26 in Cambridge.
Bewick Bridge Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 73 applications for 30 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bewick Bridge Community Primary School include Art Studios, Library, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Choir, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cambridge, Bewick Bridge 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 | Fulbourn Old Drift, Cambridge, Cambridge, CB1 9ND |
| Headteacher | Thomas Sapsford |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Number of Pupils | 218 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.4% |
| School Capacity | 218 / 240 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Dec 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Feb 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
944th of 13,686
Nationally
90th of 1,612
In East of England
1st of 26
In Cambridge
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
21%
Higher Standard
'22/23
76%
'23/24
83%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
73
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bewick Bridge Community Primary School
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Contact Information
Fulbourn Old Drift, Cambridge
Cambridge, CB1 9ND
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