Question 1

Is Arbury Primary School a good school?

Accepted Answer

The latest Ofsted inspection (28–29 September 2023) confirmed the school continues to be Good. In the 2025 KS2 dataset, 70% met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths combined, with reading and science both at 90% expected standard. The combined higher-standard measure is recorded at 0%.

Question 2

What are the fees at Arbury Primary School?

Accepted Answer

This is a state-funded primary school with no tuition fees. Families may still face costs for items such as uniform, trips, or optional activities.

Question 3

How do I apply for a Reception place for September 2027?

Accepted Answer

Reception admissions are coordinated by Cambridgeshire County Council. For 2027 entry, the verified timetable gives a 15 January 2027 application deadline and 16 April 2027 offer day.

Question 4

How strong are Arbury Primary School’s results?

Accepted Answer

In the 2025 dataset, 70% met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths combined. Average scaled scores were 108 in reading and 107 in maths, with 108 in grammar, punctuation and spelling.

Question 5

Does Arbury Primary School offer breakfast club and after-school care?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The school states breakfast club starts at 8.00am and after-school club runs until 5.30pm, with booking and payment arranged in advance.

Question 6

Which secondary school do pupils typically move on to?

Accepted Answer

Arbury Primary School is listed as a feeder primary in the catchment for Chesterton Community College. Actual destinations depend on admissions arrangements and family preferences.

Question 7

What phonics programme does the school use?

Accepted Answer

The school states it uses Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised as its systematic synthetic phonics programme for early reading and spelling.

Primary School Performance

Combined (R, W & M)

Reading

Writing

Mathematics

GPSGrammar, Punctuation & Spelling

Science