Fen Drayton Primary School
100%
Capacity
105
Pupils
3.7x
Demand
About Fen Drayton Primary School
Fen Drayton Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the South Cambridgeshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 105 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Fen Drayton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nina McQueen, it falls under Cambridgeshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 33% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13049th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 51st out of 55 in South Cambridgeshire.
Fen Drayton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 44 applications for 12 places, making it 3.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Fen Drayton Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Forest School, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Dance, Cricket, as well as clubs including Film Club, Eco Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Cambridgeshire, Fen Drayton 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 | Cootes Lane, Cambridge, South Cambridgeshire, CB24 4SL |
| Headteacher | Nina McQueen |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Number of Pupils | 105 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.3% |
| School Capacity | 105 / 105 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (33%)
13049th of 13,686
Nationally
1499th of 1,612
In East of England
51st of 55
In South Cambridgeshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
33%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
33%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
44
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (23% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Cootes Lane, Cambridge
South Cambridgeshire, CB24 4SL
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