The Galfrid School
55%
Capacity
248
Pupils
1.2x
Demand
About The Galfrid School
The Galfrid School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cambridge community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 248 pupils on roll, operating at 55% capacity.
Ofsted has rated The Galfrid School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Macfie, it falls under Cambridgeshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6485th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 26 in Cambridge.
The Galfrid School is a popular choice with families — it received 36 applications for 29 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Galfrid School include Library, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Netball, Swimming, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Art Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cambridge, The Galfrid 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 | Galfrid Road, Cambridge, Cambridge, CB5 8ND |
| Headteacher | Claire Macfie |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Number of Pupils | 248 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.2% |
| School Capacity | 248 / 451 (55% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6485th of 13,686
Nationally
702nd of 1,612
In East of England
16th of 26
In Cambridge
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
64%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
36
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (72% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Galfrid Road, Cambridge
Cambridge, CB5 8ND
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