North Cambridge Academy

About North Cambridge Academy

North Cambridge Academy is a growing school with consistently excellent student progress outcomes and is rated Good by Ofsted. It values the success of every child and places the sharing of excellent education practice at the core of this value. The academy is divided into three Houses of approximately 190 pupils.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Principal of North Cambridge Academy (no name mentioned)

Rating Breakdown

Based on verified reviews

Safety & Security 4.3

Teaching Quality 4.7

Communication 4.3

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 4.3

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 59 responses • 8.6% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

69.5% positive 28.9% negative

My child feels safe at this school

69.5% positive 27.2% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

59.3% positive 37.3% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

67.8% positive 25.5% negative

My child does well at this school

72.9% positive 25.5% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 59 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

17.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Excellent

40.5

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

46.7

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

+0.19

Progress 8

Above average

38.3%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

58.6%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

20.3% entered EBacc

12.5% achieved EBacc

128 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 4

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Anonymous

Parent Feb 19, 2024

1.0

"Penis cut off"

My child got the end of there penis cut off during d.t

Safety & Wellbeing 1/5

Teaching & Learning 1/5

Communication 1/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 1/5

Facilities 1/5

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Samantha H

Parent Feb 15, 2023

4.0

"Great Experience, Though Some Improvements Needed"

My daughter has been at North Cambridge Academy for a few years now, and we've generally had a great experience. The teachers are knowledgeable and enthusiastic, and the house system is a great way to build friendships and community. However, I feel that some subjects could be taught more thoroughly, and communication between teachers and parents could be improved.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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Emily J

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Exceptional Education and Support"

I'm thoroughly impressed with North Cambridge Academy's approach to education and support for our children. My son is thriving in Mandela House and the teachers are always approachable and helpful. The facilities are excellent, and I love the fact that they encourage children to get involved in various activities and sports.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Daniel K

Parent Jun 20, 2020

5.0

"Excellent Foundation for Future Success"

We were so pleased with North Cambridge Academy when our children attended. The emphasis on achievement for all, valuing people, and extending the boundaries of learning really resonated with us. Our children were well-prepared for their future academic and personal journeys, and we're grateful for the opportunities they had to develop as individuals.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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