Willingham Primary School
81%
Capacity
341
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Willingham Primary School
Willingham Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the South Cambridgeshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 341 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Willingham Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mona Paalanen, it falls under Cambridgeshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 42% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12228th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 48th out of 55 in South Cambridgeshire.
Willingham Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 77 applications for 61 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 56 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Willingham Primary School include Music Rooms, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Football, Gymnastics, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Art Club, Science Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Cambridgeshire, Willingham 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 | Thodays Close, Cambridge, South Cambridgeshire, CB24 5LE |
| Headteacher | Mona Paalanen |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Number of Pupils | 341 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.2% |
| School Capacity | 341 / 420 (81% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Mar 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (42%)
12228th of 13,686
Nationally
1382nd of 1,612
In East of England
48th of 55
In South Cambridgeshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
42%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
44%
'23/24
42%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed61
77
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
56 families put this school as their 1st choice (73% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Thodays Close, Cambridge
South Cambridgeshire, CB24 5LE
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