Queen Edith Primary School
96%
Capacity
403
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Queen Edith Primary School
Queen Edith 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 403 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Queen Edith Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Jarman, it falls under Cambridgeshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6193rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 26 in Cambridge.
Queen Edith Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 117 applications for 47 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 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, Severe Learning Difficulty and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Queen Edith Primary School include Playing Fields, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Swimming, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Gardening, Chess, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cambridge, Queen Edith 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 | Godwin Way, Cambridge, Cambridge, CB1 8QP |
| Headteacher | Sarah Jarman |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Number of Pupils | 403 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.8% |
| School Capacity | 403 / 420 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6193rd of 13,686
Nationally
662nd of 1,612
In East of England
15th of 26
In Cambridge
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
22%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
65%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed47
117
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (32% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Godwin Way, Cambridge
Cambridge, CB1 8QP
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