Lime Academy Abbotsmede
101%
Capacity
454
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Lime Academy Abbotsmede
Lime Academy Abbotsmede is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Peterborough community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 454 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 450 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Lime Academy Abbotsmede "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rhys Maddox, it falls under Peterborough local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 51% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10437th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 35th out of 53 in Peterborough.
Lime Academy Abbotsmede is a popular choice with families — it received 61 applications for 36 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 10 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 7 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Lime Academy Abbotsmede include Library, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Tennis, Dance, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Eco Club, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Peterborough, Lime Academy Abbotsmede 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 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Kingsley Road, Peterborough, Peterborough, PE1 5JS |
| Headteacher | Rhys Maddox |
| Local Authority | Peterborough |
| Number of Pupils | 454 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.9% |
| School Capacity | 454 / 450 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Feb 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Apr 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (51%)
10437th of 13,686
Nationally
1150th of 1,612
In East of England
35th of 53
In Peterborough
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
51%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
46%
'23/24
51%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed36
61
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Kingsley Road, Peterborough
Peterborough, PE1 5JS
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