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Cambridge Academy for Science and Technology

Cambridge Academy for Science and Technology

Cambridge, CB2 0SZSecondary School·Ages 13-19
Goodby Ofsted

68%

Capacity

455

Pupils

N/A

Demand

About Cambridge Academy for Science and Technology

Cambridge Academy for Science and Technology is a state-funded Does not apply secondary school serving the Cambridge community, welcoming children from age 13 to 19. The school has 455 pupils on roll, operating at 68% capacity.

Ofsted has rated Cambridge Academy for Science and Technology "Good", the school is led by headteacher Danielle Pacey, it falls under Cambridgeshire local authority.

In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of +0.45 is above the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is strong at 58.3. Additionally, sixth form students achieve an average A-Level grade of C. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 557th out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 8 in Cambridge.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Cambridge Academy for Science and Technology include Science Labs, Library, Sports Hall, Astro Turf, Swimming Pool, Theatre, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Tennis Courts, Chapel, Sixth Form Centre.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Hockey, Football, Netball, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Young Enterprise, Debate, Orchestra, Newspaper and 6 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.8%, which is close to the national average for secondary schools in England.

For families exploring secondary schools in Cambridge, Cambridge Academy for Science and Technology 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 TypeSecondary (State)
Age Range13 to 19 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressRobinson Way, Cambridge, Cambridge, CB2 0SZ
HeadteacherDanielle Pacey
Local AuthorityCambridgeshire
Number of Pupils455
Free School Meals (FSM)20.8%
School Capacity455 / 670 (68% full)
Sixth FormYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

17 May 2023
View Report

Overall Effectiveness

Good

Latest inspection (17 May 2023): School remains Good

Improved
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Sixth Form Provision
Good

Source: Ofsted, 16 Jun 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on Progress 8 (+0.45)

557th of 3,141

Nationally

Top 25%

60th of 350

In East of England

Top 25%

5th of 8

In Cambridge

Top 63%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data

GCSE Results

2023/24

Progress 8 Score

+0.45Above Average

Students make more progress than similar students nationally

BelowAverageAbove

Attainment 8 (vs national avg)

+58.3Well Above Average

Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average

BelowAverageAbove
Grade 9-4 (Standard Pass)81%
Grade 9-5 (Strong Pass)68%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.

A-Level Results

2023/24
59 students

Average Points per Entry

29.4Grade C

Value Added Score

-0.36Well Below Average
BelowAverageAbove

Best 3 A-Levels (Average)

29.4Grade C
AAB or higher (inc. 2 facilitating)19%
Avg Points per Entry over timeStable -1.1

'21/22

34.1

'22/23

26.9

'23/24

29.4

Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageVisionLearning DifficultyOther

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

14
Science LabsLibrarySports HallAstro TurfSwimming PoolTheatreMusic RoomsGymnasiumPlaying FieldsArt StudiosICT SuiteTennis CourtsChapelSixth Form Centre

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

17

Sports

HockeyFootballNetballTennisBasketballDanceRugby

Clubs & Activities

Young EnterpriseDebateOrchestraNewspaperChoirBook ClubDuke of EdinburghModel United NationsFilm ClubChess

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Frequently Asked Questions About Cambridge Academy for Science and Technology

Cambridge Academy for Science and Technology has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01223724300www.cambridgeast.org.uk/

Robinson Way, Cambridge

Cambridge, CB2 0SZ

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Robinson Way, Cambridge

Cambridge, CB2 0SZ

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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