St Peter's Church of England Aided School
100%
Capacity
1,305
Pupils
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Demand
About St Peter's Church of England Aided School
St Peter's Church of England Aided School is a state-funded Church of England secondary school serving the Exeter community, welcoming children from age 11 to 16. The school has 1,305 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 1,305 places).
Ofsted has rated St Peter's Church of England Aided School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Phil Randall, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of +0.33 is above the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is solid at 53.3. Additionally, ranked 786th out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 5 in Exeter.
St Peter's Church of England Aided School is a popular choice with families — it received 593 applications for 242 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 303 were first-preference applications.
St Peter's Church of England Aided School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 86% recommending the school (239 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Peter's Church of England Aided School include Theatre, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Sixth Form Centre, Science Labs, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Basketball, Athletics, Rowing, Rounders and 6 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Newspaper, Young Enterprise, Debate and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.7%, which is below the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Exeter, St Peter's Church of England Aided School 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 | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 16 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Quarry Lane, Exeter, Exeter, EX2 5AP |
| Headteacher | Phil Randall |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 1,305 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.7% |
| School Capacity | 1,305 / 1,305 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Apr 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (+0.33)
786th of 3,141
Nationally
61st of 306
In South West
1st of 5
In Exeter
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make more progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
Ofsted Parent View
239 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
15Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed242
593
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
303 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Peter's Church of England Aided School
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Quarry Lane, Exeter
Exeter, EX2 5AP
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