Best Primary & Secondary Schools in Peterborough 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 89 schools across Peterborough. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

Outstanding rate

64.1%

Avg KS2 SATs

41.2

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Caverstede Nursery School Nursery	Outstanding	95	View school
🥈	Barnack CofE (Controlled) Primary School Primary	Good	88	View school
🥉	The Peterborough School Not applicable	—	86	View school
4.	John Clare Primary School Primary	Good	86	View school
5.	The King's (The Cathedral) School All-through	Outstanding	85	View school
6.	St John's Church School, Spirit Federation Primary	Good	83	View school
7.	Norwood Primary School Primary	Good	82	View school
8.	The Duke of Bedford Primary School Primary	Good	81	View school
9.	Fulbridge Academy Primary	Outstanding	81	View school
10.	Brewster Avenue Infant School Primary	Good	80	View school
11.	Heltwate School Not applicable	Good	80	View school
12.	Dogsthorpe Infant School Primary	Good	80	View school
13.	NeneGate Not applicable	Good	80	View school
14.	Oakdale Primary School Primary	Good	79	View school
15.	Paston Ridings Primary School Primary	Good	78	View school
16.	Nene Valley Primary School Primary	Good	78	View school
17.	Northborough Primary School Primary	Good	77	View school
18.	Newark Hill Academy Primary	Good	77	View school
19.	Hampton Vale Primary Academy Primary	Good	77	View school
20.	Castor CofE Primary School Primary	Good	75	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary & secondary schools are there in Peterborough?

There are 89 primary & secondary schools in Peterborough, of which 6 (7%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Peterborough?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Peterborough is Caverstede Nursery School. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Peterborough?

Primary and secondary school applications in Peterborough are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Peterborough council website for application forms and deadlines.

What is the average Ofsted rating in Peterborough?

7% of primary & secondary schools in Peterborough are rated Outstanding and 75% are rated Good. 73% are rated Good or Outstanding.

Data sourced from Ofsted, Department for Education, and ISI. School rankings reflect the Schools Near Me composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance, and pupil-teacher ratios. Last updated April 2026.