Robert Arkenstall Primary School

URN: 110635 • Ely CB6 3UA

Overview

Name
Robert Arkenstall Primary School
URN
110635
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kate Bonney (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01353740253
Website
Visit
Address
Camping Close, Ely CB6 3UA

Summary

Robert Arkenstall Primary School, located in Ely, Cambridgeshire, is a community school that serves a mixed-gender population of 286 pupils, with a capacity for 300. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where children are encouraged to develop into caring and active citizens. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its motto, "pursue possibilities; love learning," which reflects a focus on personal growth and exploration.

The curriculum at Robert Arkenstall prioritises communication, aspiration, and wellbeing, ensuring that children receive a well-rounded education. It incorporates the National Curriculum while also promoting critical thinking, collaboration, and pro-social skills. The school values kindness, honesty, respect, self-belief, courage, and empathy, which are integrated into daily life and learning experiences.

Community engagement is a cornerstone of the school’s approach, with strong partnerships between parents, local organisations, and volunteers. The school encourages student participation in decision-making through initiatives like the school council and Eco Council, fostering a sense of responsibility and environmental awareness among pupils.

Key details

LA
Cambridgeshire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
300
Pupils
286
Boys
131
Girls
155
FSM %
16.80
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-05-19
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cambridgeshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 286 131 155 300 16.80
2024-09-11 281 130 151 300 18.10
2023-09-11 273 132 141 300 20.10
2022-09-11 273 132 141 283 20.10
2021-09-11 276 139 137 283 21.40
2020-09-11 276 138 138 283 14.10

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