Fenstanton and Hilton Primary School
77%
Capacity
224
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Fenstanton and Hilton Primary School
Fenstanton and Hilton Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Huntingdonshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 224 pupils on roll, operating at 77% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Fenstanton and Hilton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Richard Martin, it falls under Cambridgeshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8637th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 55 in Huntingdonshire.
Fenstanton and Hilton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 40 applications for 26 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Fenstanton and Hilton Primary School include Forest School, Playing Fields, Library, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Rounders, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Huntingdonshire, Fenstanton and Hilton 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 | School Lane, Huntingdon, Huntingdonshire, PE28 9JR |
| Headteacher | Richard Martin |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Number of Pupils | 224 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.2% |
| School Capacity | 224 / 292 (77% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8637th of 13,686
Nationally
937th of 1,612
In East of England
28th of 55
In Huntingdonshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
57%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
40
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
26 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.
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Contact Information
School Lane, Huntingdon
Huntingdonshire, PE28 9JR
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