Histon and Impington Park Primary School
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Glebe Way Histon Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB24 9AQ |
| Phone | 01223568826 |
| Reference Number | 139086 |
Histon and Impington Park Primary School has demonstrated an outstanding level of performance across all evaluation areas in its recent Ofsted inspection. The school has progressed significantly since its last inspection, which was rated as 'Good'. It now excels in offering a high-quality education, maintaining exemplary behavior among pupils, and providing exceptional personal development opportunities. The school's effective partnership with its multi-academy trust supports its strategic planning and facilitates high-quality teaching and curriculum delivery. The early years provision is particularly noted for fostering independence and community engagement among children.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 403 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 50.87%
Girls: 49.13% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 15.1% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 27% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 28.8 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 26.3 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 30.6 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 25 | 31 | 56 |
| 2 | 31 | 21 | 52 |
| 3 | 25 | 30 | 55 |
| 4 | 39 | 30 | 69 |
| 5 | 29 | 30 | 59 |
| 6 | 27 | 35 | 62 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 65% |
| White, Other | 9.4% |
| Mixed, Other | 5.5% |
| White & Asian | 5.2% |
| Unclassified | 3% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 2% |
| Chinese | 2% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.5% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% |
| Indian | 0.5% |
| Asian, Other | 0.5% |
| African | 0.2% |
| Irish | 0.2% |
| Caribbean | 0.2% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| > Quality of education | Outstanding |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Outstanding |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Outstanding |
| > Early Years Provision | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 25 Jun 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 25 Jun 2024 | School inspection: |
| 08 Jan 2020 | School inspection |
| 18 May 2016 | Full inspection: |
| 28 Mar 2014 | Interim assessment |
| 10 Dec 2012 | Academy conversion letter |
| 07 Mar 2011 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Histon and Impington Infant School | |
| 07 Mar 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 31 Jan 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 31 Jan 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 12 May 2003 | Full inspection |
| 12 May 2003 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils embody the school's 'PARK' values of pride, aspiration, respect, and kindness.
- Exceptional leadership that actively engages with the multi-academy trust.
- Strong emphasis on reading and literacy, leading to high achievement across year groups.
- Outstanding early years provision that promotes independence and understanding.
- Effective support and identification for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Exemplary pupil behavior and engagement in learning activities.
- Variety of personal development opportunities that foster community and confidence.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 85% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 8% |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 110 | ||
| Maths | 109 |
How many students meet the standards
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 89 | 6 |
| Third Preference | 19 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
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Histon and Impington Brook Primary School
The Green, Histon, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB24 9JA |
0.34 miles |
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Histon Early Years Centre
New School Road, Cambridge, CB24 9LL |
0.74 miles |
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Orchard Park Community Primary School
Ringfort Road, Orchard Park, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 2GR |
1.7 miles |
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Oakington CofE Primary School
Water Lane, Oakington, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB24 3AL |
1.74 miles |
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Girton Glebe Primary School
Cambridge Road, Girton, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 0PN |
1.75 miles |
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St Laurence Catholic Primary School
Arbury Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 2JX |
1.93 miles |
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Kings Hedges Primary School
Northfield Avenue, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 2HU |
1.95 miles |
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King's Hedges Nursery School
Northfield Avenue, Cambridge, CB4 2HU |
1.95 miles |
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Cottenham Primary School
Lambs Lane, Cottenham, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB24 8TA |
2.03 miles |
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Milton Church of England Primary School
Humphries Way, Milton, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB24 6DL |
2.25 miles |
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The Grove Primary School
Campkin Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 2NB |
2.27 miles |
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Colleges Nursery School
Campkin Road, Cambridge, CB4 2LD |
2.29 miles |
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Arbury Primary School
Carlton Way, Arbury Primary School, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 2DE |
2.47 miles |
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Mayfield Primary School
Warwick Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 3HN |
2.49 miles |
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St Luke's CofE Primary School
Frenchs Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 3JZ |
2.75 miles |
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Milton Road Primary School
Ascham Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 2BD |
2.83 miles |
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Shirley Community Primary School
Nuffield Road, Chesterton, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 1TF |
2.85 miles |
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Chesterton Primary School
Green End Road, Chesterton, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 1RW |
2.96 miles |
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University of Cambridge Primary School
Eddington Avenue, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 0QZ |
2.98 miles |
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Pathfinder CofE Primary School
Pathfinder Way, Northstowe, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB24 3DS |
3.09 miles |
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Hope Tree School
Nursery House, Manor Farm, Impington, Cambridgeshire, CB24 9NG |
0.71 miles |
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Impington Village College
New Road, Impington, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB24 9LX |
0.76 miles |
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The Cavendish School
Park Drive, Impington, CB24 9LY |
0.88 miles |
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Gretton School
Manor Farm Road, Girton, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 0RX |
1.38 miles |
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Cottenham Village College
High Street, Cottenham, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB24 8UA |
1.8 miles |
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The Centre School
High Street, Cottenham, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB24 8UA |
1.8 miles |
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Cambridge Regional College
Science Park Campus, Kings Hedges Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 2QT |
1.89 miles |
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North Cambridge Academy
Arbury Road, Kings Hedges, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 2JF |
2.38 miles |
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Northstowe Learning Community
Stirling Road, Northstowe, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB24 1DJ |
2.38 miles |
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The Martin Bacon Academy
Stirling Road, Northstowe, Cambridgeshire, CB24 1DH |
2.43 miles |
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Red Balloon Learner Centre - Cambridge
42-44 High Street, Milton, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB24 6DF |
2.44 miles |
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Castle School, Cambridge
Courtney Way, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 2EE |
2.72 miles |
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Chesterton Community College
Gilbert Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 3NY |
2.84 miles |
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Cambridge Arts and Sciences (CATS and CSVPA)
1 High Street, Cambridge, CB4 1NQ |
2.99 miles |
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King's College School
West Road, Cambridge, CB3 9DN |
3.75 miles |
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Parkside Community College
Parkside, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 1EH |
3.78 miles |
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Cardiff Sixth Form College, Cambridge
89 Regent Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 2AW |
4.07 miles |
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Sancton Wood School
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4.22 miles |
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The Leys School
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4.24 miles |
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Cambridge Maths School
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4.25 miles |