Cromwell Academy
111%
Capacity
233
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Cromwell Academy
Cromwell Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Huntingdonshire community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 233 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (111% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Cromwell Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Louise Worrell, 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 9304th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 55 in Huntingdonshire.
Cromwell Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 68 applications for 30 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Cromwell Academy include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Tennis, Football, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Coding, Art Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Huntingdonshire, Cromwell Academy 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Parkway, Huntingdon, Huntingdonshire, PE29 6JA |
| Headteacher | Louise Worrell |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Number of Pupils | 233 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.2% |
| School Capacity | 233 / 210 (111% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 May 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Sept 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9304th of 13,686
Nationally
1019th of 1,612
In East of England
30th of 55
In Huntingdonshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
55%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
68
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Parkway, Huntingdon
Huntingdonshire, PE29 6JA
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