William de Yaxley Church of England Academy
85%
Capacity
205
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About William de Yaxley Church of England Academy
William de Yaxley Church of England Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Huntingdonshire community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 205 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 240 places).
Ofsted has rated William de Yaxley Church of England Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kay Corley, it falls under Cambridgeshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 37% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12791st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 54th out of 55 in Huntingdonshire.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at William de Yaxley Church of England Academy include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Library, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Athletics, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Huntingdonshire, William de Yaxley Church of England Academy 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 | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Landsdowne Road, Peterborough, Huntingdonshire, PE7 3JL |
| Headteacher | Kay Corley |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Number of Pupils | 205 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.3% |
| School Capacity | 205 / 240 (85% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Source: Ofsted, 30 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (37%)
12791st of 13,686
Nationally
1467th of 1,612
In East of England
54th of 55
In Huntingdonshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
37%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
37%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About William de Yaxley Church of England Academy
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Contact Information
Landsdowne Road, Peterborough
Huntingdonshire, PE7 3JL
Journey to School
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