Ermine Street Church Academy
77%
Capacity
322
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Ermine Street Church Academy
Ermine Street Church Academy is a state-funded Church of England/Methodist primary school serving the Huntingdonshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 322 pupils on roll, operating at 77% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Ermine Street Church Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ashley Martin, it falls under Cambridgeshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7293rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 55 in Huntingdonshire.
Ermine Street Church Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 80 applications for 48 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 52 were first-preference applications.
Ermine Street Church Academy has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.3/5 from 2 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 63% recommending the school (98 responses).
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 Ermine Street Church Academy include Gymnasium, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cross Country, Tennis, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Science Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Huntingdonshire, Ermine Street Church 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England/Methodist |
| Address | 2 Swynford Road, Alconbury Weald, Huntingdonshire, PE28 4XG |
| Headteacher | Ashley Martin |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Number of Pupils | 322 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.6% |
| School Capacity | 322 / 420 (77% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jun 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7293rd of 13,686
Nationally
789th of 1,612
In East of England
22nd of 55
In Huntingdonshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
62%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
98 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed48
80
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
52 families put this school as their 1st choice (65% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ermine Street Church Academy
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
2 Swynford Road, Alconbury Weald
Huntingdonshire, PE28 4XG
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