Harston and Newton Primary School
94%
Capacity
117
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Harston and Newton Primary School
Harston and Newton 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 117 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 125 places).
Ofsted has rated Harston and Newton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Siobhan Rouse, it falls under Cambridgeshire local authority.
Harston and Newton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 29 applications for 15 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 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 Harston and Newton Primary School include Forest School, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Dance, Athletics, Tennis, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Cambridgeshire, Harston and Newton 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 | High Street, Cambridge, South Cambridgeshire, CB22 7PX |
| Headteacher | Siobhan Rouse |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Number of Pupils | 117 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.7% |
| School Capacity | 117 / 125 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 May 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 3 Apr 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
29
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
High Street, Cambridge
South Cambridgeshire, CB22 7PX
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