Park Lane Primary & Nursery School
Peterborough, PE7 1JB · Cambridgeshire · primary school
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131st of 197 primary schools in Cambridgeshire we can score, 210 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 4,238 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.8/10 among them, against 2.9/10 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 | 57.0 · 32 | 40% | 1.29 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.59 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Park Lane Primary & Nursery School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 57.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 2.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.8 out of 10 among them, against 2.9 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 441 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
Since the results for the higher standard are below the national median, what specific support is available for pupils aiming to stretch beyond the expected level? How does the school manage class sizes when the total roll exceeds the designated place count?
What Ofsted said about Park Lane Primary & Nursery School
Overview
Park Lane Primary & Nursery School continues to be a "good school," described as a "friendly and welcoming place to learn" where pupils achieve well. The report highlights a "well-rounded curriculum" and strong relationships between staff and pupils, noting that attendance is high and pupils feel safe.
Strengths
- Pupils follow rules of being "safe, ready and respectful," with an "unspoken rule of kindness" fostering a positive environment.
- The "well-established phonics programme" ensures children become "confident, fluent readers" who can "discuss and debate a range of texts."
- Staff "warm relationships" with pupils mean children feel supported, referring to staff as "trusted adults."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) "achieve in line with their peers" due to effective adaptations.
- Enrichment activities, including local trips, help pupils develop a "deep understanding of different world religions" and respect for their community.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, "key knowledge" is not clearly set out, leading to inconsistent teaching and gaps in pupils' understanding.
- The school’s approach to managing behaviour is "not always communicated well to parents."
- Pupils expressed a desire for "more leadership roles" to contribute positively to the school.
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 | 57% |
| 2023/24 | 53% |
| 2024/25 | 57% |
| 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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