Brewster Avenue Infant School
96%
Capacity
172
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Brewster Avenue Infant School
Brewster Avenue Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Peterborough community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 172 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 180 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Brewster Avenue Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Thompson, it falls under Peterborough local authority.
Brewster Avenue Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 61 applications for 30 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Brewster Avenue Infant School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Dance, Athletics, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Chess, Film Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.7%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Peterborough, Brewster Avenue Infant 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 | 3 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Brewster Avenue, Peterborough, Peterborough, PE2 9PN |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Thompson |
| Local Authority | Peterborough |
| Number of Pupils | 172 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.7% |
| School Capacity | 172 / 180 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Jul 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 22 Jan 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
61
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Brewster Avenue, Peterborough
Peterborough, PE2 9PN
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