Cambridge Arts and Sciences (CATS and CSVPA) vs The Grove Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in East of England, England, 1.2 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
The Grove Primary School
Cambridge · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
224 students
| Measure | Cambridge Arts and Sciences (CATS and CSVPA) Cambridge, East of England | The Grove Primary School Cambridge, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 16 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #445 of 460 | #1502 of 1,872 |
| National rank | #3777 of 4,090 | #12454 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Independent | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 13–24 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 453 | 224 |
| Pupils on roll | 453 | 224 |
| Free school meals | – | 44.6% |
| Capacity filled | 64.4% | 53.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 56% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 5% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 6.3 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 0% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 0% | – |
| EBacc average points | 0.80 | – |
| A level points per entry | 38.0 | – |
| town | Cambridge | Cambridge |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.catscambridge.com | www.thegroveschool.net |
The verdict
- •The Grove Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (28.9 vs 15.8).
- •Cambridge Arts and Sciences (CATS and CSVPA) is the larger school with 453 students compared with 224.
- •Cambridge Arts and Sciences (CATS and CSVPA) is a independent school while The Grove Primary School is a local authority 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 The Grove Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), The Grove Primary School ranks higher (28.9 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 The Grove Primary School?
About 1.2 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. The Grove Primary School: 224. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Cambridge Arts and Sciences (CATS and CSVPA) and The Grove Primary School rank in East of England?
Cambridge Arts and Sciences (CATS and CSVPA) is 445th of 460 and The Grove Primary School is 1502nd of 1,872 among secondary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).