Over Primary School
83%
Capacity
208
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Over Primary School
Over 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 208 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 250 places).
Ofsted has rated Over Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Emma Clayton, it falls under Cambridgeshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 31% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13202nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 52nd out of 55 in South Cambridgeshire.
Over Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 58 applications for 30 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple 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 Over Primary School include Dining Hall, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Dance, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Choir, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Cambridgeshire, Over 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 | Long Furlong, Cambridge, South Cambridgeshire, CB24 5PG |
| Headteacher | Emma Clayton |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Number of Pupils | 208 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.8% |
| School Capacity | 208 / 250 (83% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (31%)
13202nd of 13,686
Nationally
1527th of 1,612
In East of England
52nd of 55
In South Cambridgeshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
31%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
31%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
58
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Over Primary School
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Contact Information
Long Furlong, Cambridge
South Cambridgeshire, CB24 5PG
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