Impington Village College
106%
Capacity
1,449
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Impington Village College
Impington Village College is a state-funded None secondary school serving the South Cambridgeshire community, welcoming children from age 11 to 18. The school has 1,449 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (106% of 1,370 places).
the school is led by headteacher Jo Sale, it falls under Cambridgeshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of +0.65 is well above the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is strong at 57.9. Additionally, sixth form students achieve an average A-Level grade of C-. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 330th out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 10 in South Cambridgeshire.
Impington Village College is a popular choice with families — it received 662 applications for 229 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 294 were first-preference applications.
Impington Village College parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 90% recommending the school (211 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Impington Village College include Library, Tennis Courts, Science Labs, ICT Suite, Astro Turf, Theatre, Sixth Form Centre, Sports Hall.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Hockey, Badminton, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Young Enterprise, Drama, Choir, Model UN and 5 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.9%, which is below the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in South Cambridgeshire, Impington Village College 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 | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 18 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | New Road, Cambridge, South Cambridgeshire, CB24 9LX |
| Headteacher | Jo Sale |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Number of Pupils | 1,449 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.9% |
| School Capacity | 1,449 / 1,370 (106% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (+0.65)
330th of 3,141
Nationally
38th of 350
In East of England
2nd of 10
In South Cambridgeshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make significantly more progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
A-Level Results
2023/24Average Points per Entry
Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.
Ofsted Parent View
211 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
15Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed229
662
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
294 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Impington Village College
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
New Road, Cambridge
South Cambridgeshire, CB24 9LX
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