St Peter's CofE Academy
93%
Capacity
196
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About St Peter's CofE Academy
St Peter's CofE Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wiltshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 196 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Peter's CofE Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Gordon Nunn, it falls under Wiltshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 35% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12985th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 147th out of 159 in Wiltshire.
St Peter's CofE Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 42 applications for 20 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
St Peter's CofE Academy has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.6/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 77% recommending the school (65 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Peter's CofE Academy include Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Library, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Swimming, Football, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Chess, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wiltshire, St Peter's CofE 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 | Lord's Mead, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN14 0LL |
| Headteacher | Gordon Nunn |
| Local Authority | Wiltshire |
| Number of Pupils | 196 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.3% |
| School Capacity | 196 / 210 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (35%)
12985th of 13,686
Nationally
1370th of 1,469
In South West
147th of 159
In Wiltshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
35%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
35%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
65 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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
42
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
20 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 CofE Academy
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How to Choose a Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Lord's Mead, Chippenham
Wiltshire, SN14 0LL
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