Aurora Fairway School
St Ives, Cambridgeshire, East of England · PE27 6AL
Aurora Fairway School is a small independent school in St Ives, Cambridgeshire, with around 48 pupils on roll and a mixed intake from age 11. Led by headteacher Mrs Julie Sadler, the school is inspected by the ISI rather than Ofsted. Its very modest size means a markedly different environment from larger mainstream schools, with the potential for close individual attention. Families considering it should look closely at the published attainment figures and discuss the school's particular approach during a visit.
48
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 48
- Location
- St Ives, Cambridgeshire, East of England
- Website
- https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/sen-special-needs-schools/aurora-fairway-school
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Mrs Julie Sadler
Latest results
Attainment 8
2.2
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
0%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
The headline attainment data sits well below national benchmarks: an average Attainment 8 score of 2.2 compares with a national average of 46.9, and no pupils achieved grade 5 or above in English and Maths against a national figure of 47%. Figures from a school of this size can be heavily influenced by a small cohort and the specific needs of its pupils, so parents are encouraged to ask how the school measures and supports individual progress.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 0%
- EHC plans
- 100%
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
The last word
A very small independent setting whose published results fall far below national averages; a school best understood through a direct visit and a frank conversation about what it offers each child.
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Aurora Fairway School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Aurora Fairway School located?
Aurora Fairway School is located at High Leys, St Ives, PE27 6AL.
What type of school is Aurora Fairway School?
Aurora Fairway School is an independent (fee-paying) school in East of England.
How many pupils attend Aurora Fairway School?
Aurora Fairway School has approximately 48 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.