Somersham Primary School
| Type | Primary / Academy sponsor led |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Parkhall Road Somersham PE28 3EU |
| Phone | 01487840412 |
| Reference Number | 146968 |
Somersham Primary has performed exceptionally well in its first inspection. The school has received an overall effectiveness rating of outstanding, showcasing its commitment to providing a high-quality education. Pupils thrive in an inspiring environment where they achieve more than they think is possible, driven by a carefully planned curriculum that caters to individual needs, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The school's strong values of pride, honesty, kindness, and determination resonate throughout the student body, fostering positive behaviour and attitudes towards learning.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 303 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 52.81%
Girls: 47.19% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 17.2% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 8.6% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 27.5 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 28 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 27.2 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 18 | 23 | 41 |
| 2 | 24 | 25 | 49 |
| 3 | 16 | 21 | 37 |
| 4 | 26 | 18 | 44 |
| 5 | 22 | 15 | 37 |
| 6 | 22 | 23 | 45 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 81.5% |
| White, Other | 3.6% |
| Mixed, Other | 3.6% |
| White & Asian | 2% |
| Indian | 1.7% |
| Unclassified | 1% |
| Asian, Other | 1% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.7% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.3% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| > Quality of education | Outstanding |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Outstanding |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Outstanding |
| > Early Years Provision | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 12 Sep 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 12 Sep 2023 | School inspection: |
Strengths
- High-quality curriculum planning and delivery
- Effective support for pupils with SEND
- Strong positive attitudes and behaviour among pupils
- Inspiring learning environment that promotes high achievement
- Excellent staff training and collaboration
- Strong emphasis on reading and phonics from early years
- Opportunities for pupils to voice their opinions and contribute to school life
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 74% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 7% |
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 | 108 | ||
| Maths | 105 |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | -1.6 | ||
| Writing | -0.6 | ||
| Maths | -0.9 |
How many students meet the standards
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 21 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 12 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
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Whitehall School
117 High Street, Huntingdon, PE28 3EH |
0.22 miles |
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St Helen's Primary School
Colne Road, Bluntisham, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, PE28 3NY |
1.98 miles |
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Earith Primary School
School Road, Earith, Huntingdon, PE28 3QB |
2.56 miles |
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Warboys Primary Academy
Humberdale Way, Warboys, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, PE28 2RX |
3.72 miles |
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Holywell CofE Primary School
Mill Way, Needingworth, St Ives, Cambridgeshire, PE27 4TF |
4.28 miles |
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Wheatfields Primary School
Nene Way, St Ives, Cambridgeshire, PE27 3WF |
4.51 miles |
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Eastfield Infant and Nursery School
Pig Lane, St Ives, Cambridgeshire, PE27 5QT |
4.94 miles |
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Westfield Junior School
Ramsey Road, St Ives, Cambridgeshire, PE27 5RG |
4.98 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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Cromwell Community College
Wenny Road, Chatteris, Cambridgeshire, PE16 6UU |
4.98 miles |