St Peter and St Paul CofE Primary School
119%
Capacity
321
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About St Peter and St Paul CofE Primary School
St Peter and St Paul CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the North Lincolnshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 321 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (119% of 270 places).
Ofsted has rated St Peter and St Paul CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joann Smeaton, it falls under North Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5530th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 51 in North Lincolnshire.
St Peter and St Paul CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 103 applications for 45 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 60 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Peter and St Paul CofE Primary School include Playing Fields, Library, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Rounders, Gymnastics, Netball, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Science Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Lincolnshire, St Peter and St Paul CofE Primary School is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Redshank Drive, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, DN16 3FX |
| Headteacher | Joann Smeaton |
| Local Authority | North Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 321 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.8% |
| School Capacity | 321 / 270 (119% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Nov 2023): School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jul 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5530th of 13,686
Nationally
568th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
18th of 51
In North Lincolnshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
67%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
103
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
60 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Peter and St Paul CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Redshank Drive, Scunthorpe
North Lincolnshire, DN16 3FX
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