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Oakington CofE Primary School

Oakington CofE Primary School

South Cambridgeshire, CB24 3ALPrimary School·Ages 5-11
Goodby Ofsted

74%

Capacity

110

Pupils

2.4x

Demand

About Oakington CofE Primary School

Oakington CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the South Cambridgeshire community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 110 pupils on roll, operating at 74% capacity.

Ofsted has rated Oakington CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Amanda Gibbard, it falls under Cambridgeshire local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10909th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 46th out of 55 in South Cambridgeshire.

Oakington CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 17 applications for 7 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 7 were first-preference applications.

Oakington CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (12 responses).

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 Oakington CofE Primary School include Gymnasium, Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Forest School, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Netball, Athletics, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Eco Club, Gardening, Drama and 2 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in South Cambridgeshire, Oakington CofE 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 Range5 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterChurch of England
AddressWater Lane, Cambridge, South Cambridgeshire, CB24 3AL
HeadteacherAmanda Gibbard
Local AuthorityCambridgeshire
Number of Pupils110
Free School Meals (FSM)26.4%
School Capacity110 / 149 (74% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

26 Sept 2023
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Overall Effectiveness

Good

Improved
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Good

Source: Ofsted, 14 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)

10909th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 80%

1209th of 1,612

In East of England

Top 75%

46th of 55

In South Cambridgeshire

Top 84%

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

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

50%

Expected Standard

0%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 106
Expected:80%
Higher:30%
Writing
Expected:60%
Higher:10%
MathsAvg Score: 104
Expected:90%
Higher:0%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeDeclining -31%

'22/23

81%

'23/24

50%

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

Ofsted Parent View

12 responses

Would Recommend This School

100%Excellent
Needs Attentionbelow 70%
SEND support
0%
Bullying dealt with
8%
Concerns dealt with
59%
Strengths95%+ agree
Feels safeWell behaved pupilsAware of curriculumChild does wellProgress updatesSubject rangeClubs & activities

Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguagePhysicalLearning Difficulty

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

Facilities

7
GymnasiumLibraryPlaying FieldsSensory RoomSports HallForest SchoolChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

12

Sports

RoundersNetballAthleticsCricketGymnasticsSwimming

Clubs & Activities

Film ClubEco ClubGardeningDramaArt ClubScience Club

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

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

7

Applications

17

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio2.4x
0x1x2x3x5x+

7 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Oakington CofE Primary School

Oakington CofE 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

01223232328www.oakingtonprimary.co.uk

Water Lane, Cambridge

South Cambridgeshire, CB24 3AL

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Water Lane, Cambridge

South Cambridgeshire, CB24 3AL

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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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