Hampton Vale Primary Academy
Peterborough, PE7 8LS · Peterborough · primary school
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15th 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 — 6.0/10 against 3,750 of them, against 5.9/10 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 | 73.0 · 73 | 40% | 2.93 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Hampton Vale Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 73.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 4.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (6.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in netball and perform in the musical Matilda.
Getting in
The published school roll is 702 pupils against a stated capacity of 630. 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 school manage class sizes when operating 72 pupils over its designated capacity? What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the higher standard in maths? How does the curriculum balance the performance of productions like Matilda with other artistic opportunities?
What Ofsted said about Hampton Vale Primary Academy
Overview
Hampton Vale Primary Academy is described as having an "extremely welcoming and inclusive" culture where pupils display a "strong sense of belonging." The report highlights that pupils are "extremely positive about their learning" and achieve highly due to the "very high expectations" set by adults. Overall effectiveness is rated as Good, with Outstanding judgements for behaviour, personal development, and leadership.
Strengths
- Leaders have developed a "highly ambitious curriculum" with topics that are "logically ordered" to build on prior knowledge.
- Pupils demonstrate "excellent" behaviour, showing "high levels of respect" and managing their emotions effectively.
- Staff are "consistently skilled" in supporting learning, using detailed assessments to quickly clarify misunderstandings.
- Personal development is "highly targeted," with pupils gaining a "deep understanding" of themes like racism and discrimination.
- Processes for identifying and supporting pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are "clear and effective."
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure ongoing assessment in early reading is "precise enough" to quickly identify gaps in phonic knowledge.
- Prompt support must be provided to pupils who fall behind in reading to prevent them from lagging behind their peers.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders ensuring it is a "whole-school priority" and staff being trained to identify signs of risk.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 65% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 73% |
| 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.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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