Sancton Wood School
Cambridgeshire, East of England · CB1 2EZ
A small independent school in Cambridgeshire, Sancton Wood educates children across an unusually broad span, from earliest years right through to GCSE at 16. With around 391 pupils on roll, it offers a more intimate setting than many of its peers. The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded the school its highest rating of 'excellent', both for the quality of education and for pupils' personal development, and all compliance requirements were met. Led by headteacher Mr Richard Settle, it is a non-denominational, co-educational school.
391
Pupils
excellent
ISI
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 0-16
- Pupils
- 391
- Location
- Cambridgeshire, East of England
- Website
- www.sanctonwood.co.uk
- Telephone
- 01223 471703
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Mr Richard Settle
Latest results
Attainment 8
52.4
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
63%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Academic results sit comfortably above the national picture. The school's average Attainment 8 score of 52.4 outstrips the national average of 46.9, and 63% of pupils secure grade 5 or above in English and Maths, well ahead of the 47% seen nationally. GCSEs form the core qualification on offer, and the figures suggest a school that consistently helps its pupils achieve strong outcomes.
Sixth form
Qualifications offered
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 27 January 2026
The last word
An intimate co-educational school with results that punch above the national average and an 'excellent' ISI verdict to match. A solid choice for families seeking a smaller setting with strong academic outcomes.
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Sancton Wood School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Sancton Wood School located?
Sancton Wood School is located at 2 St Pauls Road, CB1 2EZ.
What type of school is Sancton Wood School?
Sancton Wood School is an independent (fee-paying) school in East of England.
How many pupils attend Sancton Wood School?
Sancton Wood School has approximately 391 pupils on roll.
What is Sancton Wood School's inspection rating?
Sancton Wood School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 27 January 2026.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.