Woodston Primary School
89%
Capacity
560
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Woodston Primary School
Woodston 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 560 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 630 places).
Ofsted has rated Woodston Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nikki Lamond, it falls under Peterborough local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 45% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11645th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 43rd out of 53 in Peterborough.
Woodston Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 129 applications for 60 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 52 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Woodston Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Forest School, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Rounders, Athletics, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Choir, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Peterborough, Woodston 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 | Celta Road, Peterborough, Peterborough, PE2 9ER |
| Headteacher | Nikki Lamond |
| Local Authority | Peterborough |
| Number of Pupils | 560 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.3% |
| School Capacity | 560 / 630 (89% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (45%)
11645th of 13,686
Nationally
1307th of 1,612
In East of England
43rd of 53
In Peterborough
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
45%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
49%
'23/24
45%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
129
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
52 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Celta Road, Peterborough
Peterborough, PE2 9ER
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