Cedars Primary School
71%
Capacity
255
Pupils
4.7x
Demand
About Cedars Primary School
Cedars Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Milton Keynes community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 255 pupils on roll, operating at 71% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Cedars Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Goldsmith, it falls under Milton Keynes local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11271st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 47th out of 54 in Milton Keynes.
Cedars Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 90 applications for 19 places, making it 4.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
Cedars Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.4/5 from 10 parents).
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 Cedars Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Forest School, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Rounders, Dance, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Book Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Milton Keynes, Cedars Primary School is one of the options available in the South East 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Bury Street, Newport Pagnell, Milton Keynes, MK16 0DT |
| Headteacher | Joanne Goldsmith |
| Local Authority | Milton Keynes |
| Number of Pupils | 255 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.5% |
| School Capacity | 255 / 361 (71% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 May 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 May 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Nov 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11271st of 13,686
Nationally
1693rd of 2,034
In South East
47th of 54
In Milton Keynes
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
48%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed19
90
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (21% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bury Street, Newport Pagnell
Milton Keynes, MK16 0DT
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