Jeavons Wood Primary School
102%
Capacity
430
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Jeavons Wood Primary School
Jeavons Wood Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the South Cambridgeshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 430 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Jeavons Wood Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emily McMurray, it falls under Cambridgeshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2569th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 55 in South Cambridgeshire.
Jeavons Wood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 98 applications for 59 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 58 were first-preference applications.
Jeavons Wood Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is below average, with 26% recommending the school (19 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Jeavons Wood Primary School include Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Forest School.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cricket, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Cambridgeshire, Jeavons Wood 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Eastgate, Great Cambourne, South Cambridgeshire, CB23 6DZ |
| Headteacher | Emily McMurray |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Number of Pupils | 430 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.9% |
| School Capacity | 430 / 420 (102% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Nov 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 May 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2569th of 13,686
Nationally
249th of 1,612
In East of England
6th of 55
In South Cambridgeshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
72%
'23/24
75%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
19 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
98
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
58 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeavons Wood Primary School
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Contact Information
Eastgate, Great Cambourne
South Cambridgeshire, CB23 6DZ
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