St Andrew's CofE Primary School
Sand Street, Soham, Ely, CB7 5AAOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
St Andrew's CofE Primary School is a primary school in Ely for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 309 schools in Cambridgeshire. It ranks 6th of 18 primary schools in Ely. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in October 2017.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 11 October 2017, report published 15 November 2017
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 13 March 2023
Pupils at St Andrew's are enthusiastic, confident and determined. They are happy in a nurturing, supportive environment. Pupils display a readiness and eagerness to learn. In most subjects, pupils learn well and are able to describe their learning in detail. Pupils are proud of their achievements and their school. Pupils know that staff have high expectations of how they should behave. Pupils learn from adults how to be well mannered and kind. Most pupils respond to these expectations and behave well in lessons. Pupils are respectful of each other and adults. Pupils know what bullying is and recognise it rarely happens. Pupils trust staff and are confident that staff will resolve issues. Pupils look out for and care for each other. This helps them to be safe in school. Pupils have access to a wide range of experiences to enrich their learning. Older pupils shine when they have the chance to get involved in leadership roles, such as by helping escort younger pupils to the local church. The 'Active Crew' plan and deliver a range of lunchtime events. These include organising sporting activities or leading group dance sessions. Younger pupils enjoy these activities and see the older pupils as role models.
What the school should improve
- The intent and implementation of some curriculum areas is not as embedded as others. In these subjects, pupils' knowledge is not as secure as it is in other areas. Pupils are not able to explain what they have learned. They confuse bits of knowledge and build misconceptions. Leaders need to ensure that all teachers understand the aims of all curriculum areas and teach them consistently well.
- Too many pupils miss too many sessions in school. The result of this is that gaps appear in pupils' knowledge. These pupils fall behind their peers. Pupils who are absent are not able to consistently achieve the aims of the curriculum. Leaders need to ensure that all pupils attend school regularly and have access to the full curriculum offer.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
56 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
461 pupils on roll, with places for 480
Schools near St Andrew's CofE Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Weatheralls Primary School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Requires improvement | 44% met the expected standard |
| The Shade Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good | 55% met the expected standard |
| Fordham CofE Primary School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 62% met the expected standard |
| Isleham Church of England Primary School | 3 miles | Report card: Expected standard to strong standard | 53% met the expected standard |
| Burwell Village College (Primary) | 4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 66% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- GRACE SCHOOLS
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Rebecca Ireland-Curtis
- Phone
- 01353720345
- Address
- Sand Street, Soham, Ely, CB7 5AA
- Local authority
- Cambridgeshire
- URN
- 141552
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.