Aurora Fairway School
School summary
With just 48 pupils on roll, Aurora Fairway School is a notably small independent setting in St Ives, Cambridgeshire. The intimate scale means children are taught in a closely knit environment where individuals are unlikely to be overlooked. Led by headteacher Mrs Julie Sadler, the mixed school admits pupils at age 11 and is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate. Families drawn to small, personal communities rather than large institutions may find it a natural fit.
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Teaching & academics
Entry at 11 includes an 11+ assessment, so prospective pupils should be prepared for a formal entrance process. The very small roll allows for a high degree of individual attention, which can suit children who thrive on close teacher contact.
Head · Mrs Julie Sadler
School life & ethos
- Boarding
- No
- SEN support
- 0%
- EHC plans
- 100%
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A small, personal independent school in St Ives for families who value an intimate setting over scale.
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Aurora Fairway School 11+: frequently asked questions
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.