Shirley Community Primary School
82%
Capacity
344
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Shirley Community Primary School
Shirley Community 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 344 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Shirley Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher John Cattermole, it falls under Cambridgeshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11916th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 26 in Cambridge.
Shirley Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 81 applications for 54 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Shirley Community Primary School include Art Studios, Playing Fields, Forest School, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Cricket, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Science Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 43.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cambridge, Shirley Community 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 | Nuffield Road, Cambridge, Cambridge, CB4 1TF |
| Headteacher | John Cattermole |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Number of Pupils | 344 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 43.0% |
| School Capacity | 344 / 420 (82% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (44%)
11916th of 13,686
Nationally
1344th of 1,612
In East of England
25th of 26
In Cambridge
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
44%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
44%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed54
81
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
45 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Shirley Community Primary School
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Contact Information
Nuffield Road, Cambridge
Cambridge, CB4 1TF
Journey to School
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