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Cromwell Academy

Huntingdonshire, PE29 6JAPrimaryAges 2–11MixedState
Ofsted Rating
Good
May 2021
KS2 Results
55%
meeting expected standard in RWM
Competition
1.2×
Oversubscribed
36 1st-choice / 30 places
Ranking
#9,304
of 13,686 nationally

About Cromwell Academy

Cromwell Academy, a state primary in Huntingdonshire, has turned a corner academically. Its most recent Ofsted inspection in 2021 awarded it a Good rating across all categories, including quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, and early years provision. This marks a clear improvement from its previous inspection in 2019, when the school was rated Requires Improvement overall. The turnaround is reflected in the school's Key Stage 2 results for 2023/24, which tell a mixed but encouraging story. While the proportion of pupils reaching the expected standard in reading, writing and maths combined was 55%, this sits just below the local authority average of 58%. However, reading is a standout area: 84% of pupils met the expected standard, and 42% achieved a higher standard — well above typical primary benchmarks. Maths also performed solidly, with an average scaled score of 104 and 71% reaching the expected level.

Key Details

School TypePrimary (State)
Age Range2 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressParkway, Huntingdon, Huntingdonshire, PE29 6JA
HeadteacherLouise Worrell
Local AuthorityCambridgeshire
Number of Pupils233
Free School Meals (FSM)22.2%
School Capacity233 / 210 (111% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

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Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

27 May 2021
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Overall Effectiveness
Good
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good
Early Years Provision
Good

Source: Ofsted, 21 Sept 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

Facilities

6
Sports HallPlaying FieldsForest SchoolGymnasiumMusic RoomsChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

11

Sports

GymnasticsTennisFootballNetballCricketRoundersDance

Clubs & Activities

Film ClubCodingArt ClubChess

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

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageLearning DifficultyOther

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

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cromwell Academy

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