St Peter's Catholic Primary School
99%
Capacity
417
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About St Peter's Catholic Primary School
St Peter's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Basildon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 417 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 420 places).
the school is led by headteacher Hannah Walker, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 85% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 773rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 39 in Basildon.
St Peter's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 126 applications for 60 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 60 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Peter's Catholic Primary School include Sports Hall, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Dance, Rounders, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Choir, Film Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Basildon, St Peter's Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Coxes Farm Road, Billericay, Basildon, CM11 2UB |
| Headteacher | Hannah Walker |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 417 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.5% |
| School Capacity | 417 / 420 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (85%)
773rd of 13,686
Nationally
73rd of 1,612
In East of England
2nd of 39
In Basildon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
85%
Expected Standard
29%
Higher Standard
'22/23
84%
'23/24
85%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed60
126
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
60 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Peter's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Coxes Farm Road, Billericay
Basildon, CM11 2UB
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