Paston Ridings Primary School
77%
Capacity
369
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Paston Ridings Primary School
Paston Ridings 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 369 pupils on roll, operating at 77% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Paston Ridings Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Colette Firth, it falls under Peterborough local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9047th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 53 in Peterborough.
Paston Ridings Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 39 applications for 29 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 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 Paston Ridings Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Netball, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Eco Club, Book Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 52.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Peterborough, Paston Ridings 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 | Paston Ridings, Peterborough, Peterborough, PE4 7XG |
| Headteacher | Colette Firth |
| Local Authority | Peterborough |
| Number of Pupils | 369 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 52.8% |
| School Capacity | 369 / 480 (77% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (1 Feb 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Mar 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9047th of 13,686
Nationally
988th of 1,612
In East of England
31st of 53
In Peterborough
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
40%
'23/24
56%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
39
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (74% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Paston Ridings, Peterborough
Peterborough, PE4 7XG
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