Histon and Impington Brook Primary School
60%
Capacity
376
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Histon and Impington Brook Primary School
Histon and Impington Brook 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 376 pupils on roll, operating at 60% capacity.
the school is led by headteacher Richard Bakker, it falls under Cambridgeshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 90% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 320th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 55 in South Cambridgeshire.
Histon and Impington Brook Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 136 applications for 60 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 59 were first-preference applications.
Histon and Impington Brook Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.2/5 from 3 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (160 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Histon and Impington Brook Primary School include Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Netball, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Art Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Cambridgeshire, Histon and Impington Brook 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 | The Green, Cambridge, South Cambridgeshire, CB24 9JA |
| Headteacher | Richard Bakker |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Number of Pupils | 376 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.6% |
| School Capacity | 376 / 630 (60% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (90%)
320th of 13,686
Nationally
30th of 1,612
In East of England
1st of 55
In South Cambridgeshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
90%
Expected Standard
18%
Higher Standard
'22/23
82%
'23/24
90%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
160 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
136
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
59 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Histon and Impington Brook Primary School
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Contact Information
The Green, Cambridge
South Cambridgeshire, CB24 9JA
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