PrimaryData as of May 2026

The Spinney Primary School

Hayster Drive, Cherry Hinton, Cambridge, CB1 9PB

Community school

Pupils

187

Ages

4-11

FSM

7.0%

Capacity

210

Ofsted

Requires improvement

Nov 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

79.0%

Writing

79.0%

Maths

79.0%

RWM Combined

69.0%

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About The Spinney Primary School

The Spinney Primary School is a primary school in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 69% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 187 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for The Spinney Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Nov 2023 — Requires improvement
Dec 2008 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about The Spinney Primary School

What is The Spinney Primary School's Ofsted rating?

The Spinney Primary School received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are The Spinney Primary School's latest exam results?

The Spinney Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 69% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is The Spinney Primary School located?

The Spinney Primary School is a primary school in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire (CB1 9PB).

How many pupils attend The Spinney Primary School?

The Spinney Primary School has around 187 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare The Spinney Primary School with other schools?

View The Spinney Primary School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Cambridgeshire.