St Peter's CofE Primary School
95%
Capacity
414
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About St Peter's CofE Primary School
St Peter's CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Waverley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 414 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 436 places).
Ofsted has rated St Peter's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Dunning, it falls under Surrey local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 74% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2966th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 22 in Waverley.
St Peter's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 141 applications for 60 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 55 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Peter's CofE Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Library, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Swimming, Cricket, Tennis, as well as clubs including Drama, Chess, Art Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Waverley, St Peter's CofE Primary School is one of the options available in the South East 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 | Little Green Lane, Farnham, Waverley, GU9 8TF |
| Headteacher | Sarah Dunning |
| Local Authority | Surrey |
| Number of Pupils | 414 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.9% |
| School Capacity | 414 / 436 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Mar 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jul 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (74%)
2966th of 13,686
Nationally
391st of 2,034
In South East
11th of 22
In Waverley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
74%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
141
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
55 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% 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 Primary School
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Contact Information
Little Green Lane, Farnham
Waverley, GU9 8TF
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