Northborough Primary School
89%
Capacity
189
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Northborough Primary School
Northborough 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 189 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 212 places).
Ofsted has rated Northborough Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrew Pattison, it falls under Peterborough local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11305th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 53 in Peterborough.
Northborough Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 43 applications for 26 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 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, Other Difficulty/Disability. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Northborough Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Netball, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Book Club, Gardening, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Peterborough, Northborough 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.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Church Street, Peterborough, Peterborough, PE6 9BN |
| Headteacher | Andrew Pattison |
| Local Authority | Peterborough |
| Number of Pupils | 189 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.7% |
| School Capacity | 189 / 212 (89% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 Jan 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 4 Jul 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11305th of 13,686
Nationally
1261st of 1,612
In East of England
40th of 53
In Peterborough
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
43
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Church Street, Peterborough
Peterborough, PE6 9BN
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