John Clare Primary School

About John Clare Primary School

John Clare Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Peterborough community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 127 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 140 places).

Ofsted has rated John Clare Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Nicolson, it falls under Peterborough local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 90% 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 309th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 53 in Peterborough.

John Clare Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 39 applications for 16 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 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 John Clare Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Library, Music Rooms, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cross Country, Athletics, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Art Club, Chess.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Peterborough, John Clare 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.

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