St. Peter's CE Primary Academy
102%
Capacity
320
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About St. Peter's CE Primary Academy
St. Peter's CE Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wiltshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 320 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St. Peter's CE Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Oliver Martindale, it falls under Wiltshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 78% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1972nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 159 in Wiltshire.
St. Peter's CE Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 96 applications for 59 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 59 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 St. Peter's CE Primary Academy include Dining Hall, Library, Forest School, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cricket, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Film Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wiltshire, St. Peter's CE Primary Academy is one of the options available in the South West 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 | Xanten Way, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 9FL |
| Headteacher | Oliver Martindale |
| Local Authority | Wiltshire |
| Number of Pupils | 320 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.3% |
| School Capacity | 320 / 315 (102% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (78%)
1972nd of 13,686
Nationally
175th of 1,469
In South West
19th of 159
In Wiltshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
78%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
78%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
96
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
59 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St. Peter's CE Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Xanten Way, Salisbury
Wiltshire, SP2 9FL
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