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Monkfield Park Primary School

Monkfield Park Primary School

South Cambridgeshire, CB23 5AXPrimary School·Ages 4-11
Goodby Ofsted

97%

Capacity

407

Pupils

2.4x

Demand

About Monkfield Park Primary School

Monkfield Park 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 407 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 420 places).

Ofsted has rated Monkfield Park Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Annie Howell, it falls under Cambridgeshire local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6013th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 55 in South Cambridgeshire.

Monkfield Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 113 applications for 48 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Monkfield Park Primary School include Sensory Room, Art Studios, Library, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Film Club, Art Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in South Cambridgeshire, Monkfield Park 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range4 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressSchool Lane, Cambridge, South Cambridgeshire, CB23 5AX
HeadteacherAnnie Howell
Local AuthorityCambridgeshire
Number of Pupils407
Free School Meals (FSM)18.2%
School Capacity407 / 420 (97% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

27 Jun 2024
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Overall Effectiveness

Good

Latest inspection (27 Jun 2024): School remains Good

Unchanged
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Good

Source: Ofsted, 6 Mar 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)

6013th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 50%

638th of 1,612

In East of England

Top 50%

26th of 55

In South Cambridgeshire

Top 50%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

65%

Expected Standard

14%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 107
Expected:78%
Higher:43%
Writing
Expected:81%
Higher:22%
MathsAvg Score: 107
Expected:73%
Higher:35%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeStable -2%

'22/23

67%

'23/24

65%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguagePhysicalLearning DifficultySevere LearningOther

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

6
Sensory RoomArt StudiosLibraryICT SuiteMusic RoomsChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

8

Sports

FootballCricketSwimmingAthletics

Clubs & Activities

Book ClubDramaFilm ClubArt Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

48

Applications

113

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio2.4x
0x1x2x3x5x+

47 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Monkfield Park Primary School

Monkfield Park Primary School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01954273377www.monkfieldpark.cambs.sch.uk

School Lane, Cambridge

South Cambridgeshire, CB23 5AX

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School Lane, Cambridge

South Cambridgeshire, CB23 5AX

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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