St Peter's Primary School
99%
Capacity
417
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About St Peter's Primary School
St Peter's Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Croydon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 417 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated St Peter's Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Caroline Barriball, it falls under Croydon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2205th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 77 in Croydon.
St Peter's Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 191 applications for 59 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 were first-preference applications.
St Peter's Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 93% recommending the school (73 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Peter's Primary School include Art Studios, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Forest School, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cross Country, Swimming, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Film Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Croydon, St Peter's Primary School is one of the options available in the London 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Normanton Road, South Croydon, Croydon, CR2 7AR |
| Headteacher | Caroline Barriball |
| Local Authority | Croydon |
| Number of Pupils | 417 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.4% |
| School Capacity | 417 / 420 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (2 Apr 2025): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 28 Feb 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2205th of 13,686
Nationally
484th of 1,592
In London
20th of 77
In Croydon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
77%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
73 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
191
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
48 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Peter's Primary School
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Contact Information
Normanton Road, South Croydon
Croydon, CR2 7AR
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