North Cambridge Academy

URN: 139401 • Cambridge CB4 2JF

Overview

Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Ofsted rating
n/a

Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jane Driver (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01223491500
Website
Visit
Address
Arbury Road, Cambridge CB4 2JF

Summary

North Cambridge Academy (NCA) is a mixed secondary academy located in Cambridge, serving 689 students with a capacity of 750. The school is part of Meridian Trust and is committed to providing high-quality education that supports student achievement and personal development. NCA has been rated 'Good' by Ofsted, reflecting its focus on excellent student progress outcomes and a supportive learning environment.

The academy promotes an inclusive and tolerant community, celebrating diversity among its students. NCA aims to equip pupils with essential technological, social, and academic skills necessary for success in both British and international contexts. The school’s ethos emphasizes the pursuit of excellence and encourages students to become motivated, independent learners.

NCA operates a House system, dividing students into three houses to foster a sense of community and teamwork. This structure supports the academy's commitment to knowing, valuing, and supporting every student, ensuring that individual needs are met within a collaborative environment. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at http://www.northcambridgeacademy.org/.

Key details

LA
Cambridgeshire
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
MERIDIAN TRUST
Capacity
750
Pupils
689
Boys
354
Girls
335
FSM %
49.90
Open date
2013-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cambridgeshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 689 354 335 750 49.90
2024-09-11 685 335 350 750 45.00
2023-09-11 621 300 321 750 41.20
2022-09-11 621 300 321 750 41.20
2021-09-11 544 265 279 750 39.00
2020-09-11 465 216 249 750 30.30

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