Newnham Croft Primary School
97%
Capacity
222
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Newnham Croft Primary School
Newnham Croft 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 222 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 230 places).
Ofsted has rated Newnham Croft Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Edward Ferguson, it falls under Cambridgeshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4001st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 26 in Cambridge.
Newnham Croft Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 102 applications for 30 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 53 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Newnham Croft Primary School include Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Library, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Rounders, Netball, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Book Club, Coding, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cambridge, Newnham Croft 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 | Chedworth Street, Cambridge, Cambridge, CB3 9JF |
| Headteacher | Edward Ferguson |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Number of Pupils | 222 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.2% |
| School Capacity | 222 / 230 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Jun 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 27 Jun 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
4001st of 13,686
Nationally
414th of 1,612
In East of England
8th of 26
In Cambridge
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
24%
Higher Standard
'22/23
74%
'23/24
71%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
102
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
53 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Chedworth Street, Cambridge
Cambridge, CB3 9JF
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