St Peter's Methodist Primary School
100%
Capacity
209
Pupils
4.0x
Demand
About St Peter's Methodist Primary School
St Peter's Methodist Primary School is a state-funded Methodist primary school serving the Canterbury community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 209 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Peter's Methodist Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kristina Dyer, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7715th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 30 in Canterbury.
St Peter's Methodist Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 121 applications for 30 places, making it 4.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
St Peter's Methodist Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (45 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Peter's Methodist Primary School include Library, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Rounders, Cricket, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Film Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.2%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Canterbury, St Peter's Methodist 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 | Methodist |
| Address | St Peter's Grove, Canterbury, Canterbury, CT1 2DH |
| Headteacher | Kristina Dyer |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 209 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.2% |
| School Capacity | 209 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 May 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7715th of 13,686
Nationally
1105th of 2,034
In South East
14th of 30
In Canterbury
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
60%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
45 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
121
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (21% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Peter's Methodist Primary School
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Contact Information
St Peter's Grove, Canterbury
Canterbury, CT1 2DH
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