Queen Emma Primary School
104%
Capacity
405
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About Queen Emma Primary School
Queen Emma Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Cambridge community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 405 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (104% of 390 places).
Ofsted has rated Queen Emma Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher S Jarman, it falls under Cambridgeshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9845th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 26 in Cambridge.
Queen Emma Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 95 applications for 30 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Queen Emma Primary School include Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Art Studios.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cross Country, Cricket, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Book Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cambridge, Queen Emma 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 | None |
| Address | Gunhild Way, Cambridge, Cambridge, CB1 8QY |
| Headteacher | S Jarman |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Number of Pupils | 405 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.3% |
| School Capacity | 405 / 390 (104% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9845th of 13,686
Nationally
1086th of 1,612
In East of England
22nd of 26
In Cambridge
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
19%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
53%
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
4Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
95
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Queen Emma Primary School
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Contact Information
Gunhild Way, Cambridge
Cambridge, CB1 8QY
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