Highlees Primary School
Peterborough, PE3 7ER · Peterborough · primary school
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25th 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.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 6.7/10 against 912 of them, against 4.9/10 nationally. 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 40% | 2.28 |
| 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.
Highlees Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 4.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils access a breakfast club and after-school club, alongside sports including football, rowing, cricket, netball and athletics.
Getting in
The published school roll is 351 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are available in the after-school club? How does the school manage class sizes given the current roll?
What Ofsted said about Highlees Primary School
Overview
Highlees Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils thrive and are proud to be part of the community. The report highlights a well-considered curriculum and strong relationships, though it identifies specific areas regarding assessment and enrichment that require development.
Strengths
- Pupils have "caring and respectful relationships" and behave well, trusting adults to help with problems.
- The curriculum is "well-considered and organised," allowing pupils to revisit learning and make connections.
- Teachers effectively support reading development through a consistent phonics programme and carefully matched books.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive effective support to access the "same ambitious curriculum as their peers."
- Leaders are supportive of staff workload and well-being, with trustees capably carrying out their statutory responsibilities.
Areas to improve
- Teachers in some subjects lack detailed information on gaps in pupils’ knowledge, slowing progress; the school must develop assessment to identify these gaps.
- Too few pupils benefit from wider enrichment experiences; the school should ensure these opportunities deepen learning and connect classroom study to real-life contexts.
Safeguarding
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 | 51% |
| 2023/24 | 44% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| 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
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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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