Comberton Village College

URN: 136463 • Cambridge CB23 7DU

Overview

Name
Comberton Village College
URN
136463
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THE CAM ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
82.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Peter Law (since 2025) , Executive Principal
Telephone
01223262503
Website
Visit
Address
West Street, Cambridge CB23 7DU

Summary

Comberton Village College, located in Cambridge, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,962 pupils, surpassing its capacity of 1,700. The school, established in 1960, is part of The Cam Academy Trust and is committed to providing a supportive and inspiring learning environment. The ethos of the college emphasizes academic excellence, personal development, and community engagement, fostering a culture where students can thrive both academically and socially.

The curriculum at Comberton Village College is designed to offer a broad and deep educational experience, ensuring that pupils are well-prepared for future challenges. The school prioritises innovative teaching methods and aims to help students achieve their highest potential. Additionally, the college provides various support systems for students, including resources for those with special educational needs.

Comberton Village College actively engages with the local community and encourages parental involvement, recognising the importance of collaboration between school, pupils, and families. The school hosts events such as open evenings to facilitate this partnership and to showcase the vibrant learning environment it offers.

Key details

LA
Cambridgeshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
Not applicable
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
THE CAM ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
1700
Pupils
1962
Boys
1019
Girls
943
FSM %
11.90
Open date
2011-02-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2013-02-01
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cambridgeshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1962 1019 943 1700 11.90
2024-09-11 1930 1024 906 1700 11.30
2023-09-11 1940 993 947 1700 7.90
2022-09-11 1940 993 947 1700 7.90
2021-09-11 1957 1004 953 1700 6.70
2020-09-11 1906 995 911 1700 5.00

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