What is the best primary school in Cambridge?

On our composite score, Histon and Impington Brook Primary School is the top-ranked primary school in Cambridge, with a grade A. The score is one view of a school: each profile shows the figures behind it, and the list above ranks every scored primary school in the area.

How many primary schools are there in Cambridge?

There are 78 primary schools in Cambridge with a composite score on FindGreatSchools. Schools too new to have published results, and independent and special schools, are listed on their own pages.

How are primary schools in Cambridge ranked?

By our composite score, which blends four domains (Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement) into a grade from A to F. Schools are ordered by score weighted by data completeness, so a school with thin data cannot leapfrog a well-measured one. The method and weights are published in full.

When do I apply for a primary school place in Cambridge?

Applications for Reception places in Cambridge starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

The best primary schools in Cambridge

Compare 78 top-rated primary schools in Cambridge, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: Histon and Impington Brook Primary School.

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Compare the top two side by side: Histon and Impington Brook Primary School vs Bewick Bridge Community Primary School

The best primary schools in Cambridge

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Histon and Impington Brook Primary School

Bewick Bridge Community Primary School

University of Cambridge Primary School

Trumpington Park Primary School

The Spinney Primary School

Ridgefield Primary School

Park Street CofE Primary School

Milton Church of England Primary School

Coton Church of England (Voluntary Controlled) Primary School

Kings Hedges Primary School

Swaffham Bulbeck Church of England Primary School

Newnham Croft Primary School

Queen Edith Primary School

Queen Emma Primary School

Milton Road Primary School

Barton CofE VA Primary School

William Westley Church of England VC Primary School

Girton Glebe Primary School

Oakington CofE Primary School

Caldecote Primary School

Great Abington Primary School

Bar Hill Community Primary School

Hatton Park Primary School

Haslingfield Endowed Primary School

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