Elm Road Primary School
98%
Capacity
206
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Elm Road Primary School
Elm Road Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Fenland community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 206 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Elm Road Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stuart Mills, it falls under Cambridgeshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10058th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 28 in Fenland.
Elm Road Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 55 applications for 26 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 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 Elm Road Primary School include Art Studios, Sports Hall, Library, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cricket, Cross Country, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Choir, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Fenland, Elm Road 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Elm Road, Wisbech, Fenland, PE13 2TB |
| Headteacher | Stuart Mills |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Number of Pupils | 206 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.0% |
| School Capacity | 206 / 210 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (10 Jul 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Sept 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
10058th of 13,686
Nationally
1113th of 1,612
In East of England
14th of 28
In Fenland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
53%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
55
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Elm Road, Wisbech
Fenland, PE13 2TB
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