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Holywell CofE Primary School

Mill Way, Needingworth, St Ives, PE27 4TF

A Good-rated primary school in St Ives where 63% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

Voluntary controlled school

Church of England

Pupils

199

Ages

4-11

FSM

10.6%

Capacity

210

Ofsted

Good

Oct 2024

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

81.0%

Writing

67.0%

Maths

70.0%

RWM Combined

63.0%

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About Holywell CofE Primary School

Holywell CofE Primary School is a primary school in St Ives, Cambridgeshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 72 responses), 90% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 63% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 199 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Mill Way, St Ives, PE27 4TF | More schools in Cambridgeshire

Ofsted inspection history

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

Oct 2024 — Good
Jun 2013 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Holywell CofE Primary School

What is Holywell CofE Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Holywell CofE Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

What do parents say about Holywell CofE Primary School?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 72 responses): 90% of parents would recommend Holywell CofE Primary School.

What are Holywell CofE Primary School's latest exam results?

Holywell CofE Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 63% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Holywell CofE Primary School located?

Holywell CofE Primary School is a primary school in St Ives, Cambridgeshire (PE27 4TF).

How many pupils attend Holywell CofE Primary School?

Holywell CofE Primary School has around 199 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Holywell CofE Primary School with other schools?

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