The Netherhall School

URN: 142035 • Cambridge CB1 8NN

Overview

Name
The Netherhall School
URN
142035
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
ANGLIAN LEARNING
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Christopher Tooley (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01223242931
Website
Visit
Address
Queen Edith's Way, Cambridge CB1 8NN

Summary

The Netherhall School, located in Cambridge, is a mixed secondary academy that serves students aged 11 to 16. As part of the Anglian Learning Multi Academy Trust, the school has a strong emphasis on community and inclusivity, encapsulated in its values of "Inspiring, Individual, Inclusive." With a current enrolment of 1,266 pupils and a capacity of 1,500, the school has been a cornerstone of educational excellence in the area since its establishment in 1871.

The curriculum at Netherhall is designed to provide a well-rounded education, with a focus on academic achievement and personal development. The school offers a range of extracurricular activities, including clubs and sports, to enhance students' learning experiences. Additionally, support systems are in place, such as pastoral care and mental health resources, to ensure the well-being of all students.

Parents can access real-time information about their child's progress and school activities through the ALIS parent intranet system. The school also operates a cashless payment system for convenience. Regular events, such as open evenings and information sessions, foster strong connections between the school and families, reinforcing the community spirit that Netherhall values.

Key details

LA
Cambridgeshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
ANGLIAN LEARNING
Capacity
1500
Pupils
1266
Boys
636
Girls
630
FSM %
29.90
Open date
2016-02-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-03-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cambridgeshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1266 636 630 1500 29.90
2024-09-11 1229 604 625 1500 27.40
2023-09-11 1126 554 572 1500 22.30
2022-09-11 1126 554 572 1500 22.30
2021-09-11 1082 514 568 1500 19.50
2020-09-11 1057 491 566 1500 15.20

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