Barford St Peter's CofE Primary School
99%
Capacity
207
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Barford St Peter's CofE Primary School
Barford St Peter's CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Warwick community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 207 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Barford St Peter's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mary Baker, it falls under Warwickshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 93% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 148th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 33 in Warwick.
Barford St Peter's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 97 applications for 31 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 were first-preference applications.
Barford St Peter's CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 93% recommending the school (74 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Barford St Peter's CofE Primary School include Forest School, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Library, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Athletics, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Film Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Warwick, Barford St Peter's CofE Primary School is one of the options available in the West Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Church Street, Warwick, Warwick, CV35 8EW |
| Headteacher | Mary Baker |
| Local Authority | Warwickshire |
| Number of Pupils | 207 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.4% |
| School Capacity | 207 / 210 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (16 Oct 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Nov 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (93%)
148th of 13,686
Nationally
17th of 1,378
In West Midlands
1st of 33
In Warwick
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
93%
Expected Standard
30%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
74 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed31
97
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
48 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Barford St Peter's CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Church Street, Warwick
Warwick, CV35 8EW
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