The Grove Primary School
59%
Capacity
249
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About The Grove Primary School
The Grove 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 249 pupils on roll, operating at 59% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The Grove Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Elspeth Rowe, 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 9854th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 26 in Cambridge.
The Grove Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 69 applications for 30 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 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 The Grove Primary School include Art Studios, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Rounders, Cricket, Football, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Gardening, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cambridge, The Grove 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 | Campkin Road, Cambridge, Cambridge, CB4 2NB |
| Headteacher | Elspeth Rowe |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Number of Pupils | 249 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.9% |
| School Capacity | 249 / 420 (59% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9854th of 13,686
Nationally
1088th of 1,612
In East of England
23rd 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
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
45%
'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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
69
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Grove Primary School
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Contact Information
Campkin Road, Cambridge
Cambridge, CB4 2NB
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