Cottenham Village College
URN: 137434 • Cambridge CB24 8UA
Overview
- Name
- Cottenham Village College
- URN
- 137434
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- ASTREA ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 63.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Zoe Andrews (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01954288944
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- High Street, Cambridge CB24 8UA
Summary
Cottenham Village College is a mixed secondary academy located in Cambridge, part of the Astrea Academy Trust. With a current enrolment of 877 students and a capacity of 900, the college is committed to providing a fully inclusive and comprehensive education for all pupils aged 11 to 16. Under the leadership of Principal Mrs. Zoe Andrews, the school fosters a supportive environment where students are encouraged to excel academically and personally.
The college prioritises educational equality, particularly for disadvantaged pupils, by utilising Pupil Premium funding to enhance learning outcomes and personal development. Cottenham Village College offers a robust curriculum alongside tailored support mechanisms, ensuring that all students have access to high-quality teaching and pastoral care. The school is dedicated to narrowing the attainment gap and providing opportunities for every student to succeed.
Community engagement is also a key aspect of Cottenham Village College, with initiatives such as recent funding for a 3G football pitch aimed at inspiring future athletes. The school's commitment to fostering a positive and collaborative community is evident in its governance structure, which includes a Local Governance Committee focused on continuous improvement in educational outcomes.
The college prioritises educational equality, particularly for disadvantaged pupils, by utilising Pupil Premium funding to enhance learning outcomes and personal development. Cottenham Village College offers a robust curriculum alongside tailored support mechanisms, ensuring that all students have access to high-quality teaching and pastoral care. The school is dedicated to narrowing the attainment gap and providing opportunities for every student to succeed.
Community engagement is also a key aspect of Cottenham Village College, with initiatives such as recent funding for a 3G football pitch aimed at inspiring future athletes. The school's commitment to fostering a positive and collaborative community is evident in its governance structure, which includes a Local Governance Committee focused on continuous improvement in educational outcomes.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Open Events (calendar)
- Read Online (download)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Admissions Information (other)
- Vacancies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Learn more (other)
- 01954 288 944 (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Comberton Village College (82.0)
- Swavesey Village College (77.1)
- Bottisham Village College (76.2)
- St Bede's Inter-Church School (75.6)
- Cambourne Village College (73.3)
Key details
- LA
- Cambridgeshire
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- ASTREA ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 900
- Pupils
- 877
- Boys
- 445
- Girls
- 432
- FSM %
- 17.20
- Open date
- 2011-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-10-18
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cambridgeshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 877 | 445 | 432 | 900 | 17.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 877 | 471 | 406 | 900 | 14.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 877 | 479 | 398 | 900 | 11.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 877 | 479 | 398 | 900 | 11.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 878 | 482 | 396 | 800 | 10.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 895 | 500 | 395 | 1050 | 8.30 |
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