Pathfinder CofE Primary School
77%
Capacity
462
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Pathfinder CofE Primary School
Pathfinder CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the South Cambridgeshire community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 462 pupils on roll, operating at 77% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Pathfinder CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Eskelson, 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 4860th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 55 in South Cambridgeshire.
Pathfinder CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 80 applications for 46 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Pathfinder CofE Primary School include Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Athletics, Swimming, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Cambridgeshire, Pathfinder 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 Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Pathfinder Way, Northstowe, Cambridge, South Cambridgeshire, CB24 3DS |
| Headteacher | Claire Eskelson |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Number of Pupils | 462 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.0% |
| School Capacity | 462 / 600 (77% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
4860th of 13,686
Nationally
501st of 1,612
In East of England
14th of 55
In South Cambridgeshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed46
80
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Pathfinder Way, Northstowe, Cambridge
South Cambridgeshire, CB24 3DS
Pathfinder Way, Northstowe, Cambridge
South Cambridgeshire, CB24 3DS
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