The Galfrid School
URN: 146515 • Cambridge CB5 8ND
Overview
- Name
- The Galfrid School
- URN
- 146515
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- UNITED LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 51.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Claire Macfie (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01223603787
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Galfrid Road, Cambridge CB5 8ND
Summary
The Galfrid School is a mixed primary academy located in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, with a current enrolment of 248 pupils, significantly below its capacity of 451. The school is part of the United Learning Trust and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive educational environment, with 47.20% of its students eligible for free school meals, reflecting its engagement with the local community.
The school’s ethos is centered around fostering a positive learning atmosphere where every child can thrive. The curriculum is designed to be broad and balanced, ensuring that students receive a well-rounded education that prepares them for future challenges. The Galfrid School places a strong emphasis on history and values, promoting a sense of identity and belonging among its pupils.
Parents can find valuable information on the school’s website, including details about governance, school council activities, and resources for new starters. The Galfrid School encourages parental involvement and community engagement, recognizing the importance of collaboration in enhancing the educational experience for all students.
The school’s ethos is centered around fostering a positive learning atmosphere where every child can thrive. The curriculum is designed to be broad and balanced, ensuring that students receive a well-rounded education that prepares them for future challenges. The Galfrid School places a strong emphasis on history and values, promoting a sense of identity and belonging among its pupils.
Parents can find valuable information on the school’s website, including details about governance, school council activities, and resources for new starters. The Galfrid School encourages parental involvement and community engagement, recognizing the importance of collaboration in enhancing the educational experience for all students.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Admissions (other)
- ABOUT US (other)
- Our School History (other)
- School Council (other)
- Vision and Values (other)
- Who’s Who (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Terms Of Use (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Cambridgeshire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- UNITED LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 451
- Pupils
- 248
- Boys
- 135
- Girls
- 113
- FSM %
- 47.20
- Open date
- 2019-06-01
- 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 | 248 | 135 | 113 | 451 | 47.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 267 | 137 | 130 | 462 | 46.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 314 | 165 | 149 | 462 | 39.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 314 | 165 | 149 | 462 | 39.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 350 | 184 | 166 | 462 | 39.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 360 | 189 | 171 | 462 | 31.70 |
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