Norwood Primary School
99%
Capacity
208
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Norwood Primary School
Norwood 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 208 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Norwood Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Deborah Reynolds, it falls under Peterborough local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2248th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 53 in Peterborough.
Norwood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 73 applications for 30 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
Norwood Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (1.9/5 from 22 parents).
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 Norwood Primary School include Playing Fields, Art Studios, Library, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Cricket, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Coding, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Peterborough, Norwood 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 | Gunthorpe Road, Peterborough, Peterborough, PE4 7DZ |
| Headteacher | Deborah Reynolds |
| Local Authority | Peterborough |
| Number of Pupils | 208 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.5% |
| School Capacity | 208 / 210 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2248th of 13,686
Nationally
216th of 1,612
In East of England
5th of 53
In Peterborough
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
77%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
73
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Norwood Primary School
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Contact Information
Gunthorpe Road, Peterborough
Peterborough, PE4 7DZ
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