What is the best primary school in Peterborough?

On our composite score, Winyates Primary School is the top-ranked primary school in Peterborough, with a grade B. The score is one view of a school: each profile shows the figures behind it, and the list above ranks every scored primary school in the area.

How many primary schools are there in Peterborough?

There are 82 primary schools in Peterborough with a composite score on FindGreatSchools. Schools too new to have published results, and independent and special schools, are listed on their own pages.

How are primary schools in Peterborough ranked?

By our composite score, which blends four domains (Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement) into a grade from A to F. Schools are ordered by score weighted by data completeness, so a school with thin data cannot leapfrog a well-measured one. The method and weights are published in full.

When do I apply for a primary school place in Peterborough?

Applications for Reception places in Peterborough starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

The best primary schools in Peterborough

Compare 82 top-rated primary schools in Peterborough, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: Winyates Primary School.

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Compare the top two side by side: Winyates Primary School vs St John's Church School

The best primary schools in Peterborough

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Winyates Primary School

St John's Church School

Hampton Hargate Primary School

Hampton Vale Primary Academy

Kings Cliffe Endowed Primary School

Newark Hill Academy

Lime Academy Abbotsmede

Deeping St James Community Primary School

Fulbridge Academy

Polebrook Church of England Primary School

All Saints' CofE (Aided) Primary School

Highlees Primary School

Norwood Primary School

Linchfield Academy

Eye CofE Primary School

Holme CofE Primary School

Oakdale Primary School

Nene Valley Primary School

The Duke of Bedford Primary School

Leighton Primary and Preschool

Old Fletton Primary School

Coates Primary School

The Elton CofE Primary School of the Foundation of Frances and Jane Proby

Langtoft Primary School

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