Is Swavesey Village College a good school?

Ofsted rated the school Outstanding at its last graded inspection on 30 January 2024. On the FindGreatSchools composite score it is graded B, 6th of 34 secondary schools in Cambridgeshire. The profile sets out the figures behind both.

What are Swavesey Village College's GCSE results?

In the 2026 GCSEs, pupils at Swavesey Village College averaged an Attainment 8 score of 55.7 (England: 46.2). 59.2% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in English and maths.

How do I apply for a place at Swavesey Village College?

Applications for Year 7 places at Swavesey Village College starting in September 2027 close on 31 October 2026. You apply through the council where you live, even for a school in another area, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 1 March 2027 (or the next working day).

Back

Swavesey Village College

Gibraltar Lane, Swavesey, Cambridge, CB24 4RS

Local ranking6th of 34 secondary schools in Cambridgeshire

Ofsted: OutstandingUpdated

Secondary

Phase

1350

Capacity

11-16

Age range

Mixed

Gender

Latest data: 2026 GCSEs · Ofsted inspection 30 January 2024. Figures last updated 15 October 2026.

Year:

GCSE Results

2025-26

Average Attainment 8: 55.7 nat46.2
Grade 5+ Eng & Maths: 59.2% nat46.3%
Grade 4+ Eng & Maths: 77.9% nat64.8%
Cohort Size: 240

Destinations

After GCSE 2024-25

Sustained education/employment: 95.0%
Continued in education: 87.0%
Apprenticeships: 5.0%
Employment: 3.0%
Not sustained: 3.0%

Pupil Demographics

2024-25

Total Pupils: 1246
Boys: 625 (50%)
Girls: 629 (50%)
Capacity: 1350 (93% full)
SEND: 12.0%
FSM Eligible: 16.3%
EAL: 9.5%
SEN with EHC Plan: 3.7%
SEN Support: 8.3%
Pupil:Teacher Ratio: 17.0:1
Teachers (FTE): 73.3
Budget per Pupil: £7,856/yr

Attendance & Absence

2024-25

*Data not available for 2025-26 — showing latest available results

Overall Absence Rate: 7.8% nat6.2%
Persistent Absence: 18.4% nat15.8%

Persistent absence: pupils missing 10%+ of sessions.

School Information

Type: Academy converter
Phase: Secondary
Nursery: Not applicable
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Boarders: No boarders
Admissions: Non-selective

Pupil Ethnicity

2024-25

White British: 75.9%
White Other: 8.5%
Asian Other: 3.4%
Mixed White & Asian: 2.0%
Black African: 1.7%
Mixed Other: 1.6%
Asian Chinese: 1.3%
Black Other: 1.3%

75.9%

White British

8.5%

White Other

3.4%

Asian Other

Historical Trends

GCSE Performance

Pupil Demographics

Attendance & Absence

Contact & Location

01954230366

JStavrou@swaveseyvc.co.uk

Visit website

Gibraltar Lane

Cambridge, East of England

Open in full map

Administrative

URN: 136580
UKPRN: 10033420
Establishment No.: 4007
Trust: MERIDIAN TRUST

Common questions about Swavesey Village College

Explore schools in Cambridge

Often compared with

Parents weighing up Swavesey Village College usually look at the nearest secondary schools too. Put them side by side on results, inspection and intake.