Barnack CofE (Controlled) Primary School
80%
Capacity
168
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Barnack CofE (Controlled) Primary School
Barnack CofE (Controlled) Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Peterborough community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 168 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Barnack CofE (Controlled) Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Colette Firth, it falls under Peterborough local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 96% 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 78th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 53 in Peterborough.
Barnack CofE (Controlled) Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 60 applications for 29 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Barnack CofE (Controlled) Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Library, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Forest School, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Netball, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Art Club, Choir, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Peterborough, Barnack CofE (Controlled) Primary School is one of the options available in the East of England 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | School Road, Stamford, Peterborough, PE9 3DZ |
| Headteacher | Colette Firth |
| Local Authority | Peterborough |
| Number of Pupils | 168 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.3% |
| School Capacity | 168 / 210 (80% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (96%)
78th of 13,686
Nationally
9th of 1,612
In East of England
1st of 53
In Peterborough
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
96%
Expected Standard
25%
Higher Standard
'22/23
96%
'23/24
96%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
60
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Road, Stamford
Peterborough, PE9 3DZ
Journey to School
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