Northborough Primary School
Peterborough, PE6 9BN · Peterborough · primary school
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14th 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 the 4,259 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.8/10 among them, against 6.4/10 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 | 74.0 · 76 | 40% | 3.02 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Northborough Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 74.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 6.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.8 out of 10 among them, against 6.4 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join a choir and attend Christmas concerts, Spring Term Music Night, Summer show, and Performance showcase. Trips include PGL Caythorpe and Burwell House. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 187 pupils against a stated capacity of 212. 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 does a typical day look like for a child in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2024 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Northborough Primary School
Overview
Northborough Primary School continues to be a good school, successfully creating a "nurturing, family-centred community" where pupils are happy and well cared for. The inspection confirms that the school maintains high expectations for learning, with pupils behaving exceptionally well and taking pride in their work and community involvement.
Strengths
- The curriculum is described as "ambitious," with teachers in subjects like mathematics explaining concepts clearly and asking questions that help pupils "think more deeply."
- Reading is a high priority; the phonics curriculum is "carefully sequenced" and delivered expertly, ensuring pupils who struggle receive timely support to catch up.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) achieve well through "carefully adapted lessons" and appropriate additional support.
- Behaviour is "exceptional," with pupils being polite, attentive, and confident in expressing their opinions while listening to others.
- The early years curriculum is well planned, providing "purposeful activities" that help children become "confident and considerate members of the school family."
Areas to improve
- In some foundation subjects, the curriculum is at an earlier stage of implementation, meaning pupils do not always have sufficient opportunities to "revisit and embed important concepts."
- The school should ensure the curriculum is fully embedded across all subjects so pupils can "deepen their thinking" and knowledge more successfully.
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) |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 47% |
| 2024/25 | 74% |
| 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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