Fawcett Primary School
95%
Capacity
398
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Fawcett Primary School
Fawcett 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 398 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Fawcett Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jemma Calverley, 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 9393rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 26 in Cambridge.
Fawcett Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 75 applications for 34 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 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 Fawcett Primary School include Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Athletics, Football, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Book Club, Coding, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.9%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cambridge, Fawcett 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 | Alpha Terrace, Cambridge, Cambridge, CB2 9FS |
| Headteacher | Jemma Calverley |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Number of Pupils | 398 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.9% |
| School Capacity | 398 / 420 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Dec 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (1 Dec 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Oct 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9393rd of 13,686
Nationally
1033rd of 1,612
In East of England
20th 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
64%
'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
2025/26Oversubscribed34
75
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Alpha Terrace, Cambridge
Cambridge, CB2 9FS
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