We are delighted to share that Cambridge Maths School has been awarded the highest rating of “Exceptional” across the board during our recent full Ofsted inspection in April 2026. The report highlights our outstanding progress, academic excellence, and unwavering commitment to delivering a high-quality specialist mathematics education.
Key Findings
- Top Ratings in All Areas – Ofsted awarded CMS the highest category of “Exceptional” for inclusion, leadership and governance, and education programmes for young people, while confirming that all safeguarding standards are fully met.
- Exceptional Teaching and Academic Achievement – Our students achieve extraordinary success in their A-levels (with an average grade of A+), making sustained progress and developing advanced mathematical and problem-solving skills that extend well beyond standard specifications.
- Inspiring Student Development & Mentorship – Working alongside external mentors from Cambridge University and local tech companies, students engage in advanced research projects, experience university-level lectures, and follow a comprehensive careers and oracy programme.
- Deeply Inclusive & Safe Community – CMS was highly commended for its supportive environment where diversity is celebrated, student well-being is prioritized, and an open culture of safeguarding ensures all learners feel secure and valued.
- Expert Leadership and Regional Outreach – The school’s leadership and governance, supported by the Eastern Learning Alliance, were recognized for their meticulous oversight, strategic vision, and extensive outreach work promoting mathematics excellence across the region.
We are incredibly proud of this recognition and remain committed to providing the best possible learning experience for our students.
You can read the full report here. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to get in touch.