Clarkson Infants School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 2-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Trafford Road Wisbech Cambridgeshire PE13 2ES |
| Reference Number | 110649 |
Clarkson Infants School is performing well, achieving a 'Good' rating in the latest Ofsted inspection. The school is described as friendly and engaging, with pupils expressing enjoyment in learning and feeling safe thanks to supportive teachers. Over recent years, following significant challenges, the school has made notable progress, particularly since the current headteacher took over in January 2020. The curriculum is well-organized, and pupils are making strong academic gains, particularly in early reading skills. However, some pupils still struggle with writing and overall attainment, as they enter the school with skills below the expected level.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 194 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 52.06%
Girls: 47.94% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 26.3% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 28.4% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 27.3 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 27.8 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 24 | 27 | 51 |
| 2 | 31 | 28 | 59 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 59.3% |
| White, Other | 24.7% |
| African | 5.2% |
| Indian | 2.1% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.5% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.5% |
| Chinese | 1% |
| White & Asian | 1% |
| Asian, Other | 1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 23 Feb 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 23 Feb 2022 | School inspection: |
| 09 Mar 2016 | Full inspection: |
| 25 Feb 2014 | Monitoring visit |
| 22 Oct 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 12 Jan 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 19 Nov 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 07 Nov 2005 | Full inspection: |
| 03 Apr 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Supportive and caring environment where pupils feel safe.
- Strong progress in pupils' learning, especially in early reading.
- Well-structured curriculum that meets pupils' needs.
- Effective provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
- Promotes healthy lifestyles and personal development.
Areas for Improvement
- Some pupils do not attain as well as they should, particularly in writing.
- A small group of pupils are persistently absent, affecting their learning.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 9 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 7 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 6 | 3 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
St Peter's CofE Aided Junior School
Trafford Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 2ES |
0.03 miles |
|
Orchards Church of England Academy
Cherry Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 3NP |
0.63 miles |
|
The Nene Infant & Nursery School
Norwich Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 2AP |
0.64 miles |
|
Ramnoth Junior School
Ramnoth Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 2JB |
0.66 miles |
|
Elm Road Primary School
Elm Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 2TB |
0.82 miles |
|
Peckover Primary School
Leverington Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 1PJ |
0.89 miles |
|
Leverington Primary Academy
104 Church Road, Leverington, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 5DE |
1.65 miles |
|
West Walton Community Primary School
School Road, West Walton, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE14 7HA |
1.9 miles |
|
Elm CofE Primary School
Main Road, Elm, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE14 0AG |
2.28 miles |
|
Emneth Nursery School
Hollycroft Road, Wisbech, PE14 8AY |
2.6 miles |
|
Emneth Academy
Hollycroft Road, Emneth, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE14 8AY |
2.73 miles |
|
Marshland St James Primary and Nursery School
School Road, Marshland St James, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE14 8EY |
3.34 miles |
|
Gorefield Primary Academy
69 High Road, Gorefield, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 4NB |
3.36 miles |
|
Friday Bridge Community Primary School
Maltmas Drove, Friday Bridge, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE14 0HW |
3.5 miles |
|
Walpole Highway Primary School
School Road, Walpole Highway, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE14 7QQ |
3.54 miles |
|
Wisbech St Mary CofE Academy
Church Road, Wisbech St Mary, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 4RJ |
3.56 miles |
|
Kinderley Primary School
Church Lane, Tydd St Giles, Church Lane, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 5LG |
4.47 miles |
|
Terrington St John Primary School
School Road, Terrington St John, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE14 7SG |
4.69 miles |
|
Anthony Curton CofE Primary School
The Chase, Walpole St Peter, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE14 7NG |
4.77 miles |
|
Beaupre Community Primary School
Church Drove, Outwell, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE14 8RH |
4.99 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Cambian Wisbech School
Old Sessions House, 32 Somers Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 1JF |
0.86 miles |
|
Meadowgate Academy
Meadowgate Lane, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 2JH |
0.9 miles |
|
Wisbech Grammar School
Wisbech Grammar School, Cambridgeshire, PE13 1RH |
1.02 miles |
|
Thomas Clarkson Academy
Corporation Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 2SE |
1.09 miles |
|
On Track Education Wisbech
Enterprise House, Oldfield Lane, Cambridgeshire, Wisbech, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 2RJ |
1.1 miles |
|
The Wisbech Academy
Weasenham Lane, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 2RU |
1.25 miles |
|
Marshland High School
School Road, West Walton, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE14 7HA |
1.87 miles |
|
Walnut Tree School Ltd
Barra Farm, Gadds Lane, Leverington, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 5BL |
2.11 miles |
|
Begdale House School
Begdale Road, Elm, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE14 0AZ |
2.61 miles |
|
Shelldene House School
Shelldene House, 20 Main Road, Friday Bridge, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE14 0HJ |
3.31 miles |
|
The Old School House
1 March Road, Friday Bridge, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE14 0HA |
3.46 miles |
|
Cambian Home Tree School
172 March Road, Friday Bridge, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE14 0LP |
3.95 miles |