Dogsthorpe Infant School
90%
Capacity
242
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Dogsthorpe Infant School
Dogsthorpe Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Peterborough community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 242 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 270 places).
Ofsted has rated Dogsthorpe Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Waters, it falls under Peterborough local authority.
Dogsthorpe Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 108 applications for 56 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 54 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dogsthorpe Infant School include Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Forest School, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Athletics, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Coding, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Peterborough, Dogsthorpe 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 | 5 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Central Avenue, Peterborough, Peterborough, PE1 4LH |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Waters |
| Local Authority | Peterborough |
| Number of Pupils | 242 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.9% |
| School Capacity | 242 / 270 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (1 Nov 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Mar 2016. 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
2025/26Oversubscribed56
108
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
54 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Central Avenue, Peterborough
Peterborough, PE1 4LH
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