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Barnack CofE (Controlled) Primary School

Barnack CofE (Controlled) Primary School

Peterborough, PE9 3DZPrimary School·Ages 5-11
Goodby Ofsted

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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range5 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterChurch of England
AddressSchool Road, Stamford, Peterborough, PE9 3DZ
HeadteacherColette Firth
Local AuthorityPeterborough
Number of Pupils168
Free School Meals (FSM)11.3%
School Capacity168 / 210 (80% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

27 Sept 2022
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Overall Effectiveness

Good

Improved
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Outstanding
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Good

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

Top 5%

9th of 1,612

In East of England

Top 5%

1st of 53

In Peterborough

Top 5%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

96%

Expected Standard

25%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 109
Expected:100%
Higher:36%
Writing
Expected:100%
Higher:43%
MathsAvg Score: 110
Expected:96%
Higher:50%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeStable

'22/23

96%

'23/24

96%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageVisionPhysicalLearning Difficulty

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

9
Outdoor PlaygroundLibraryICT SuiteMusic RoomsPlaying FieldsForest SchoolDining HallSensory RoomChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

11

Sports

RoundersAthleticsNetballTennisSwimmingCricketCross Country

Clubs & Activities

ChessArt ClubChoirDrama

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

29

Applications

60

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio2.1x
0x1x2x3x5x+

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.

Class profile

2024/25
Pupils per teacherAbove average
19.1pupils per qualified teacher

Better than half of schools in England.

Average class sizeAbove average
24.0pupils per class

Better than half of schools in England.

Lower is generally better — fewer pupils per teacher or per class means more individual attention. Sources: DfE School Workforce Census & Schools, pupils and their characteristics, 2024/25.

Pupils & demographics

2024/25
Free school meals11.3%

Below the national average (25%).

English as additional language2.4%

Below most schools — predominantly English as first language.

Ethnic background

  • White British90.5%
  • Mixed4.2%
  • White (other)1.2%

Source: DfE Schools, pupils and their characteristics (2024/25). Percentages may not sum to 100% — pupils classified as “unclassified”, “refused” or minor categories are not shown.

Attendance & Behaviour

2024/25
Overall attendanceTop 25% of schools
96.3%

Better than 75% of schools in England.

Persistent absenteesTop 25% of schools
5.3%

Better than 75% of schools in England.

Pupils missing 10% or more of sessions.

Fixed-period suspensionsBelow average
3.6 per 100

Half of schools in England do better than this.

A pupil temporarily sent home for behaviour.

Permanent exclusionsLike most schools
None

Like most schools in England, no pupils were permanently excluded this year.

Ranks vs all state-funded schools in England. Source: DfE Pupil absence in schools & Suspensions and permanent exclusions.

Catchment & Local Competition

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Schools within 1 mile (reference area)

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1

Total schools

1

Oversubscribed

1

Primary

Low competition area

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Barnack CofE (Controlled) Primary School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01780740265www.barnackprimaryschool.co.uk

School Road, Stamford

Peterborough, PE9 3DZ

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School Road, Stamford

Peterborough, PE9 3DZ

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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