Castor CofE Primary School
Peterborough, PE5 7AY · Peterborough · primary school
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10th of 55 primary schools in Peterborough we can score, 61 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 7.1/10 against 4,294 of them, against 7.4/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 70.0 · 65 | 40% | 2.61 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 17.0 · 87 | 25% | 2.18 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Castor CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 70.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 17.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (7.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.4 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2024.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Forest School, play swimming and athletics, take instrumental lessons, and attend an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 185 pupils against a stated capacity of 196. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the Forest School programme fit into the weekly timetable? What specific support is available for pupils aiming for the higher standard in maths?
What Ofsted said about Castor CofE Primary School
Overview
Pupils at Castor CofE Primary School are described as happy and settled, benefiting from a "recently revised curriculum" and a positive learning environment. Following a period of instability, the school has seen "rapid improvement" in the quality of education, with leaders establishing clear systems that have helped pupils learn key knowledge successfully.
Strengths
- Children make an "excellent start in early years," being very well prepared for Year 1 through close collaboration with pre-school settings.
- The early reading curriculum is strong, ensuring pupils learn to read with "fluency and confidence" through consistent teaching and targeted support.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are "well catered for," accessing the same curriculum as their peers with adapted learning to remove barriers.
- Behaviour is strong, with pupils collaborating in a "friendly manner" and striving for weekly rewards.
- Staff feel "valued and proud" to work at the school, with well-being prioritised during recent leadership changes.
Areas to improve
- In subjects with new or refined curricula, staff must routinely assess pupils’ prior knowledge to identify and fill gaps that hinder learning.
- Leaders must ensure writing standards are consistent across all subjects, as spelling and grammar errors often go unchecked outside of English lessons.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 44% |
| 2023/24 | 58% |
| 2024/25 | 70% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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