Spring Meadow Infant School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 4-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | High Barns Ely Cambridgeshire CB7 4RB |
| Reference Number | 110760 |
Spring Meadow Infant School has made significant improvements since its last inspection, moving from a previous grade of requires improvement to a current overall effectiveness rating of good. The pupils at this school are enjoying their education and are making good progress, particularly in reading and mathematics, due to the high expectations set by staff. The carefully planned curriculum not only engages students in a variety of subjects but also incorporates educational visits that enhance their learning experiences. While the school effectively supports students with special educational needs and creates a positive environment for learning, challenges remain in both attendance and the quality of written work produced by some students.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 143 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 50.35%
Girls: 49.65% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 37.1% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 14.7% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 29 | 19 | 48 |
| 2 | 24 | 23 | 47 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 67.1% |
| White, Other | 8.4% |
| Asian, Other | 5.6% |
| African | 4.9% |
| Mixed, Other | 4.9% |
| Indian | 3.5% |
| Pakistani | 2.1% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.4% |
| White & Asian | 0.7% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 06 Mar 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 06 Mar 2024 | School inspection: |
| 19 May 2022 | Monitoring visit |
| 05 May 2021 | Monitoring visit |
| 04 Mar 2021 | Monitoring visit |
| 03 Mar 2020 | School inspection: |
| 14 Nov 2017 | Full inspection: |
| 07 Nov 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 09 Jan 2012 | Interim assessment |
| 23 Oct 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 09 Nov 2005 | Full inspection: |
| 27 Sep 1999 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy a broad and interesting curriculum
- High expectations for student progress and behaviour
- Effective support for pupils with SEND
- Strong relationships among staff and students
- Good progress in reading and mathematics
- Well-planned and resourced teaching activities
Areas for Improvement
- Variable quality of pupils' written work
- Some students, including disadvantaged and SEND pupils, have frequent absences
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 6 | 2 |
| Third Preference | 12 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 1 | 1 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Ely St Mary's CofE Junior School
High Barns, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 4RB |
0.07 miles |
|
Isle of Ely Primary School
School Road, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 2FG |
0.55 miles |
|
Lantern Community Primary School
Nene Road, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 2WL |
0.71 miles |
|
Ely St John's Community Primary School
St John's Road, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 3BW |
1.54 miles |
|
Downham Feoffees Primary Academy
Main Street, Little Downham, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 2ST |
2.36 miles |
|
Millfield Primary School
Grange Lane, Littleport, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 1HW |
3.05 miles |
|
The Rackham Church of England Primary School and Pre-School
Main Street, Witchford, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 2HQ |
3.3 miles |
|
Little Thetford CofE Primary School
Green Hill, Little Thetford, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 3HD |
3.31 miles |
|
Littleport Community Primary School
Parsons Lane, Littleport, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 1JT |
3.56 miles |
|
The Shade Primary School
The Shade, Soham, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 5DE |
4.43 miles |
|
Stretham Community Primary School
Wood Lane, Stretham, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 3JN |
4.52 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Highfield Ely Academy
Downham Road, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 1BD |
0.74 miles |
|
Ely College
Downham Road, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 2SH |
0.8 miles |
|
King's Ely
Barton Road, Ely, CB7 4DB |
0.94 miles |
|
Witchford Village College
Manor Road, Witchford, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 2JA |
2.94 miles |
|
Highfield Littleport Academy
Elmside, Ely, CB6 1LJ |
3.95 miles |
|
Vista Academy Littleport
Camel Road, Ely, CB6 1EW |
3.95 miles |