St Peter's Catholic Primary School
Marlow, SL7 2PJ · Buckinghamshire · primary school
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47th of 142 primary schools in Buckinghamshire we can score, 182 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 2,499 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.1/10 among them, against 7.6/10 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 | 71.0 · 68 | 40% | 2.73 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 18.0 · 89 | 25% | 2.23 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Peter's Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 71.0% 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 18.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2025. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.1 out of 10 among them, against 7.6 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can learn classical guitar, flute, recorder, clarinet, piano, and violin. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 40 pupils against a stated capacity of 222. 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 in reaching the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How are instrument lessons scheduled alongside the core curriculum?
What Ofsted said about St Peter's Catholic Primary School
Overview
This ungraded inspection confirms that St Peter’s Catholic Primary School has “taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection.” The report highlights a school where pupils are “happy, safe and model the school’s values wonderfully,” supported by “highly skilled” leaders and staff. Overall, the school continues to provide a high-quality education with strong community ties and effective teaching practices.
Strengths
- Pupils’ behaviour is described as “impeccable,” with staff managing conduct “fairly and consistently” and maintaining high expectations.
- Early reading is taught “expertly,” with staff demonstrating “precision and dedication” in phonics instruction, ensuring pupils who fall behind “catch up with their peers quickly.”
- The curriculum is “ambitious” and well-sequenced, enabling pupils to develop “secure knowledge and understanding” and achieve highly in core subjects.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported effectively, with needs identified quickly and lessons adapted successfully.
- The school fosters a strong sense of belonging, with pupils thriving through leadership roles and opportunities that build “character, confidence and resilience.”
Areas to improve
- The school must address attendance for a small number of pupils who “do not attend school as regularly as they should,” resulting in missed learning opportunities.
- Leaders should continue to work closely with families to ensure pupils at risk of persistent absence receive the necessary support to attend regularly.
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 | 58% |
| 2023/24 | 72% |
| 2024/25 | 71% |
| 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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