New Road Primary & Nursery School
100%
Capacity
261
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About New Road Primary & Nursery School
New Road Primary & Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Fenland community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 261 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 260 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated New Road Primary & Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rob Litten, it falls under Cambridgeshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 14% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13614th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 28 in Fenland.
New Road Primary & Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 67 applications for 25 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 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 New Road Primary & Nursery School include Art Studios, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Forest School, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Rounders, Netball, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Film Club, Science Club, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.9%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Fenland, New Road Primary & Nursery 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | New Road, Peterborough, Fenland, PE7 1SZ |
| Headteacher | Rob Litten |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Number of Pupils | 261 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.9% |
| School Capacity | 261 / 260 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jan 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (14%)
13614th of 13,686
Nationally
1600th of 1,612
In East of England
28th of 28
In Fenland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
14%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
14%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
67
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
New Road, Peterborough
Fenland, PE7 1SZ
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