Houghton Primary School
URN: 110680 • Huntingdon PE28 2AY
Overview
- Name
- Houghton Primary School
- URN
- 110680
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Andrew Spencer (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01480463398
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Chapel Lane, Huntingdon PE28 2AY
Summary
Houghton Primary School is a community primary school located in the picturesque villages of Houghton and Wyton, near Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire. With a current enrolment of 181 pupils, the school operates as a one form-entry institution and has a capacity of 210. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, fostering a supportive and nurturing environment for all students.
The school's ethos centres around creating a welcoming atmosphere where children can thrive academically and socially. Houghton Primary places a strong emphasis on community engagement, which enhances the curriculum and enriches students' learning experiences. The dedicated staff work collaboratively to ensure that every child's development is supported, reflecting the school’s commitment to providing a high-quality education.
Parents are encouraged to get involved in their child's education and the school community. Houghton Primary School invites prospective families to visit and experience the school environment firsthand, ensuring a smooth transition for new students and fostering lasting partnerships between home and school. For inquiries, the school office is open Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm.
The school's ethos centres around creating a welcoming atmosphere where children can thrive academically and socially. Houghton Primary places a strong emphasis on community engagement, which enhances the curriculum and enriches students' learning experiences. The dedicated staff work collaboratively to ensure that every child's development is supported, reflecting the school’s commitment to providing a high-quality education.
Parents are encouraged to get involved in their child's education and the school community. Houghton Primary School invites prospective families to visit and experience the school environment firsthand, ensuring a smooth transition for new students and fostering lasting partnerships between home and school. For inquiries, the school office is open Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Home (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Head’s Welcome (other)
- Our Values (other)
- Policies (other)
- School Council (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Who’s Who (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Hartford Infant School (70.2)
- Brampton Village Primary School (64.1)
- Upwood Primary School (63.6)
- St John's CofE Primary School (62.0)
- St Helen's Primary School (61.5)
Key details
- LA
- Cambridgeshire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 181
- Boys
- 90
- Girls
- 91
- FSM %
- 7.70
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-03-23
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cambridgeshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 181 | 90 | 91 | 210 | 7.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 180 | 87 | 93 | 210 | 8.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 185 | 92 | 93 | 210 | 7.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 185 | 92 | 93 | 210 | 7.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 182 | 99 | 83 | 210 | 6.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 190 | 99 | 91 | 210 | 5.30 |
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