St Matthew's Primary School
98%
Capacity
646
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About St Matthew's Primary School
St Matthew's Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cambridge community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 646 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 660 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Matthew's Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Anthony Davies, 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 5070th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 26 in Cambridge.
St Matthew's Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 153 applications for 89 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 73 were first-preference applications.
St Matthew's Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (177 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Matthew's Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Dance, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Science Club, Coding, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cambridge, St Matthew's 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | 19 Norfolk Street, Cambridge, Cambridge, CB1 2LD |
| Headteacher | Anthony Davies |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Number of Pupils | 646 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.0% |
| School Capacity | 646 / 660 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (2 Apr 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 May 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
5070th of 13,686
Nationally
525th of 1,612
In East of England
10th of 26
In Cambridge
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
68%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
177 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed89
153
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
73 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Matthew's Primary School
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Contact Information
19 Norfolk Street, Cambridge
Cambridge, CB1 2LD
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