Orton Wistow Primary School
90%
Capacity
379
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Orton Wistow Primary School
Orton Wistow Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Peterborough community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 379 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Orton Wistow Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Colin Marks, it falls under Peterborough local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6186th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 53 in Peterborough.
Orton Wistow Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 83 applications for 50 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 43 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Orton Wistow Primary School include Art Studios, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, Sensory Room.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Football, Cricket, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Chess, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Peterborough, Orton Wistow 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 | None |
| Address | Wistow Way, Peterborough, Peterborough, PE2 6GF |
| Headteacher | Colin Marks |
| Local Authority | Peterborough |
| Number of Pupils | 379 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.3% |
| School Capacity | 379 / 420 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6186th of 13,686
Nationally
661st of 1,612
In East of England
17th of 53
In Peterborough
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
65%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed50
83
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
43 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Wistow Way, Peterborough
Peterborough, PE2 6GF
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