St Peter's Church of England Primary School
93%
Capacity
261
Pupils
4.9x
Demand
About St Peter's Church of England Primary School
St Peter's Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the North Yorkshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 261 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 280 places).
Ofsted has rated St Peter's Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paul Griffiths, it falls under North Yorkshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8097th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 121st out of 223 in North Yorkshire.
St Peter's Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 138 applications for 28 places, making it 4.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 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's Church of England Primary School include Gymnasium, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Library, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Rounders, Tennis, Football, as well as clubs including Choir, Art Club, Book Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Yorkshire, St Peter's Church of England 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 | Belford Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 1JA |
| Headteacher | Paul Griffiths |
| Local Authority | North Yorkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 261 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.6% |
| School Capacity | 261 / 280 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Mar 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jun 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8097th of 13,686
Nationally
857th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
121st of 223
In North Yorkshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
59%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
138
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (17% 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 Primary School
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Contact Information
Belford Road, Harrogate
North Yorkshire, HG1 1JA
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