Morley Memorial Primary School
91%
Capacity
381
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Morley Memorial Primary School
Morley Memorial Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cambridge community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 381 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Morley Memorial Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nikki Brown, it falls under Cambridgeshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5074th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 26 in Cambridge.
Morley Memorial Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 99 applications for 50 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 43 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Morley Memorial Primary School include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Gymnastics, Football, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Chess, Gardening, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cambridge, Morley Memorial 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 | Blinco Grove, Cambridge, Cambridge, CB1 7TX |
| Headteacher | Nikki Brown |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Number of Pupils | 381 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.1% |
| School Capacity | 381 / 420 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Feb 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 12 Dec 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
5074th of 13,686
Nationally
526th of 1,612
In East of England
11th of 26
In Cambridge
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
68%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed50
99
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
43 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.
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Contact Information
Blinco Grove, Cambridge
Cambridge, CB1 7TX
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