Southfields Primary School
87%
Capacity
551
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Southfields Primary School
Southfields 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 551 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 630 places).
Ofsted has rated Southfields Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Mathlin, it falls under Peterborough local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9565th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 33rd out of 53 in Peterborough.
Southfields Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 133 applications for 66 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 63 were first-preference applications.
Southfields Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 93% recommending the school (92 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Southfields Primary School include ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Gymnastics, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Coding, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Peterborough, Southfields 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 | Southfields Estate, Peterborough, Peterborough, PE2 8PU |
| Headteacher | Sarah Mathlin |
| Local Authority | Peterborough |
| Number of Pupils | 551 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.7% |
| School Capacity | 551 / 630 (87% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9565th of 13,686
Nationally
1047th of 1,612
In East of England
33rd of 53
In Peterborough
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
54%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
92 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed66
133
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
63 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Southfields Primary School
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Contact Information
Southfields Estate, Peterborough
Peterborough, PE2 8PU
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