Manor Drive Secondary Academy
62%
Capacity
446
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Manor Drive Secondary Academy
Manor Drive Secondary Academy is a state-funded None secondary school serving the Peterborough community, welcoming children from age 11 to 16. The school has 446 pupils on roll, operating at 62% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Manor Drive Secondary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jo Sludds, it falls under Peterborough local authority.
Manor Drive Secondary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 295 applications for 146 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 134 were first-preference applications.
Manor Drive Secondary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 83% recommending the school (71 responses).
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 Manor Drive Secondary Academy include Art Studios, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Swimming Pool, Playing Fields, Library, Astro Turf, ICT Suite.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cricket, Athletics, Rowing and 6 more, as well as clubs including Debate, Drama, Gardening, Book Club and 5 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.0%, which is well above the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Peterborough, Manor Drive Secondary Academy 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 | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 16 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Porter Avenue, Peterborough, Peterborough, PE4 7EP |
| Headteacher | Jo Sludds |
| Local Authority | Peterborough |
| Number of Pupils | 446 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.0% |
| School Capacity | 446 / 720 (62% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Source: Ofsted, 2 Apr 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
71 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
19Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed146
295
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
134 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Porter Avenue, Peterborough
Peterborough, PE4 7EP
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