The Icknield Primary School

About The Icknield Primary School

Welcome to the Icknield Primary School, part of Anglian Learning. Located in the village of Sawston, Cambridgeshire, Icknield offers a safe learning environment which will enable your child to thrive.

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Key Facts

Students 210

Head/Principal null

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.7

Teaching Quality 4.7

Communication 4.7

Student Wellbeing 4.7

Facilities 4.7

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 69 responses • 35.2% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

94.2% positive 4.4% negative

My child feels safe at this school

95.7% positive 1.5% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

91.3% positive 7.2% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

86.9% positive 5.8% negative

My child does well at this school

97.1% positive 1.5% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 69 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.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

8.9

Teachers (FTE)

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

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

69.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

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

Reviews 4

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Oliver F Unconfirmed

Parent Aug 25, 2023

5.0

"A great place to learn and grow!"

We were part of the Icknield Primary community for three years, and it was an absolute pleasure. The school's values of Ambitious, Caring, Creative, Honest, Inclusive, Resilient, and Unique really shine through in the way the staff and children interact with each other. Our child made some amazing friends and had a wonderful time. Would highly recommend!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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Kai L Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 15, 2023

4.0

"Great school, a few minor issues"

Overall, Icknield Primary has been a great fit for our child. The staff are friendly and the curriculum is engaging. However, we've experienced a bit of a communication breakdown with the school at times, which can be frustrating. Still, we're happy with the progress our child has made.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Rachael M Unconfirmed

Parent Nov 20, 2022

5.0

"Wonderful school, excellent education!"

Icknield Primary has been an amazing experience for our child. The teachers are knowledgeable and passionate, and the facilities are top-notch. We love the emphasis on creativity and outdoor learning, and our child has grown into a confident and curious individual. Highly recommend!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Emma W Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Excellent all-around experience!"

We've been incredibly happy with Icknield Primary. Our child has thrived in the caring and inclusive environment, and the teachers are always supportive and approachable. We love the emphasis on outdoor learning and the facilities are fantastic. Would highly recommend!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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