Colville Primary School
109%
Capacity
228
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Colville Primary School
Colville Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cambridge community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 228 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (109% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Colville Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrew Hastings, it falls under Cambridgeshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9429th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 26 in Cambridge.
Colville Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 47 applications for 19 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
Colville Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 93% recommending the school (60 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Colville Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Dance, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.6%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cambridge, Colville 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Colville Road, Cambridge, Cambridge, CB1 9EJ |
| Headteacher | Andrew Hastings |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Number of Pupils | 228 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.6% |
| School Capacity | 228 / 210 (109% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Dec 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9429th of 13,686
Nationally
1035th of 1,612
In East of England
21st of 26
In Cambridge
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
45%
'23/24
55%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
60 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: 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
2025/26Oversubscribed19
47
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Colville Primary School
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Contact Information
Colville Road, Cambridge
Cambridge, CB1 9EJ
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