Is Cambridge Academy for Science and Technology a good school?

Ofsted rated the school Good at its last graded inspection on 17 May 2023. On the FindGreatSchools composite score it is graded C, 12th of 34 secondary schools in Cambridgeshire. The profile sets out the figures behind both.

What are Cambridge Academy for Science and Technology's GCSE results?

In the 2026 GCSEs, pupils at Cambridge Academy for Science and Technology averaged an Attainment 8 score of 62.1 (England: 46.2). 69.7% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in English and maths.

How do I apply for a place at Cambridge Academy for Science and Technology?

Applications for Year 7 places at Cambridge Academy for Science and Technology 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).

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Cambridge Academy for Science and Technology

Robinson Way, Cambridge, CB2 0SZ

Local ranking12th of 34 secondary schools in Cambridgeshire

Ofsted: GoodUpdated

Secondary

Phase

670

Capacity

13-19

Age range

Mixed

Gender

Latest data: 2026 GCSEs · 2025 A-levels · Ofsted inspection 17 May 2023. Figures last updated 15 October 2026.

Year:

GCSE Results

2025-26

Average Attainment 8: 62.1 nat46.2
Grade 5+ Eng & Maths: 69.7% nat46.3%
Grade 4+ Eng & Maths: 90.8% nat64.8%
Cohort Size: 109

Destinations

After GCSE 2024-25

Sustained education/employment: 89.0%
Continued in education: 85.0%
Apprenticeships: 0.0%
Employment: 4.0%
Not sustained: 7.0%

After A-Levels 2024-25

Sustained education/employment: 91.0%
Higher education: 52.0%
Apprenticeships: 6.0%
Employment: 25.0%
Not sustained: 5.0%

A-Level Results

2024-25

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

C+

Avg A-Level Grade

32.0

Avg Points/Entry

nat 35.0

32.9

Best 3 A-Levels

nat 35.8

A-Level Students

AAB+ with Facilitating: 18.8% nat17.5%
Applied General Avg Points: 18.8
16-18 Cohort: 133

Pupil Demographics

2024-25

Total Pupils: 455
Boys: 318 (70%)
Girls: 137 (30%)
Capacity: 670 (68% full)
SEND: 25.9%
FSM Eligible: 22.1%
EAL: 28.6%
SEN with EHC Plan: 1.1%
SEN Support: 24.8%
Pupil:Teacher Ratio: 16.1:1
Teachers (FTE): 28.4
Budget per Pupil: £7,912/yr

Attendance & Absence

2024-25

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

Overall Absence Rate: 7.4% nat6.2%
Persistent Absence: 19.7% nat15.8%

Persistent absence: pupils missing 10%+ of sessions.

School Information

Type: University technical college
Phase: Secondary
Religious Character: Does not apply
Nursery: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form

Pupil Ethnicity

2024-25

White British: 45.2%
White Other: 21.4%
Mixed Other: 5.0%
Asian Indian: 4.5%
Other: 4.3%
Black African: 3.4%
Asian Other: 3.2%
Mixed White & Black Caribbean: 2.5%

45.2%

White British

21.4%

White Other

5.0%

Mixed Other

Historical Trends

GCSE Performance

Pupil Demographics

Attendance & Absence

Contact & Location

01223724300

cast-enquiries@CambridgeAST.org.uk

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Robinson Way

Cambridge, East of England

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Administrative

URN: 140265
UKPRN: 10043511
Establishment No.: 4008
Trust: UNITED LEARNING TRUST

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