Cambridge Arts and Sciences (CATS and CSVPA) vs Chesterton Community College
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in East of England, England, 1.1 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cambridge Arts and Sciences (CATS and CSVPA)
Cambridge · Independent secondary · Ages 13–24
453 students
Chesterton Community College
Cambridge · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,126 students
| Measure | Cambridge Arts and Sciences (CATS and CSVPA) Cambridge, East of England | Chesterton Community College Cambridge, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 16 Lower 50% | 90 Top 10% |
| Region rank | #445 of 460 | #35 of 460 |
| National rank | #3777 of 4,090 | #259 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Independent | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 13–24 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 453 | 1,126 |
| Pupils on roll | 453 | 1,126 |
| Free school meals | – | 17.8% |
| Capacity filled | 64.4% | 102.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 6.3 | 68.0 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 0% | 83.7% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 0% | 92.1% |
| EBacc average points | 0.80 | 6.35 |
| A level points per entry | 38.0 | 40.5 |
| town | Cambridge | Cambridge |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.catscambridge.com | ccc.tela.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Chesterton Community College scores higher on the Success Index (England) (90.1 vs 15.8).
- •Chesterton Community College is the larger school with 1,126 students compared with 453.
- •Cambridge Arts and Sciences (CATS and CSVPA) is a independent school while Chesterton Community College is a academy school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (England) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Cambridge Arts and Sciences (CATS and CSVPA) better than Chesterton Community College?
On the Success Index (England), Chesterton Community College ranks higher (90.1 vs 15.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Cambridge Arts and Sciences (CATS and CSVPA) and Chesterton Community College?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Cambridge and Cambridge in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Cambridge Arts and Sciences (CATS and CSVPA): 453. Chesterton Community College: 1,126. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Cambridge Arts and Sciences (CATS and CSVPA) and Chesterton Community College rank in East of England?
Cambridge Arts and Sciences (CATS and CSVPA) is 445th of 460 and Chesterton Community College is 35th of 460 among secondary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).