Winyates Primary School, Spirit Federation
90%
Capacity
189
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Winyates Primary School, Spirit Federation
Winyates Primary School, Spirit Federation is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Peterborough community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 189 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 210 places).
the school is led by headteacher Colette Firth, it falls under Peterborough local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 94% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 116th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 53 in Peterborough.
Winyates Primary School, Spirit Federation is a popular choice with families — it received 41 applications for 15 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
Winyates Primary School, Spirit Federation has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.0/5 from 6 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 93% recommending the school (15 responses).
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 Winyates Primary School, Spirit Federation include Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Forest School, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cricket, Tennis, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Science Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 50.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Peterborough, Winyates Primary School, Spirit Federation 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 | Winyates, Peterborough, Peterborough, PE2 5RF |
| Headteacher | Colette Firth |
| Local Authority | Peterborough |
| Number of Pupils | 189 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 50.3% |
| School Capacity | 189 / 210 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Jul 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (94%)
116th of 13,686
Nationally
12th of 1,612
In East of England
2nd of 53
In Peterborough
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
94%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
90%
'23/24
94%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
15 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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
41
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Winyates Primary School, Spirit Federation
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Contact Information
Winyates, Peterborough
Peterborough, PE2 5RF
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