The Duke of Bedford Primary School
105%
Capacity
221
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About The Duke of Bedford Primary School
The Duke of Bedford Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Peterborough community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 221 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The Duke of Bedford Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Hales, it falls under Peterborough local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3518th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 53 in Peterborough.
The Duke of Bedford Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 42 applications for 30 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
The Duke of Bedford Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (50 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Duke of Bedford Primary School include Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Cricket, Athletics, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Eco Club, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.8%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Peterborough, The Duke of Bedford Primary School is one of the options available in the East of England 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 | Wisbech Road, Peterborough, Peterborough, PE6 0ST |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Hales |
| Local Authority | Peterborough |
| Number of Pupils | 221 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.8% |
| School Capacity | 221 / 210 (105% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Jan 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Jan 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Jul 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3518th of 13,686
Nationally
350th of 1,612
In East of England
10th of 53
In Peterborough
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
72%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
50 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
42
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (67% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Wisbech Road, Peterborough
Peterborough, PE6 0ST
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