Park Lane Primary & Nursery School
108%
Capacity
453
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Park Lane Primary & Nursery School
Park Lane Primary & Nursery School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Fenland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 453 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (108% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Park Lane Primary & Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rob Litten, it falls under Cambridgeshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10092nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 28 in Fenland.
Park Lane Primary & Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 107 applications for 57 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 55 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 Park Lane Primary & Nursery School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Gymnasium.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Swimming, Rounders, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Film Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Fenland, Park Lane 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Park Lane, Peterborough, Fenland, PE7 1JB |
| Headteacher | Rob Litten |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Number of Pupils | 453 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.8% |
| School Capacity | 453 / 420 (108% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (10 Jul 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Feb 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
10092nd of 13,686
Nationally
1118th of 1,612
In East of England
15th of 28
In Fenland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
53%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed57
107
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
55 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Park Lane, Peterborough
Fenland, PE7 1JB
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