St. Peter's CE Primary Academy
Salisbury, SP2 9FL · Wiltshire · primary school
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8th of 181 primary schools in Wiltshire we can score, 201 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 — 9.6/10 against 3,615 of them, against 9.2/10 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 | 85.0 · 94 | 40% | 3.75 |
| 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 CE Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 85.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 18.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2023. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Drama Club and Pupil Parliament, participate in the Salisbury Schools Mini Marathon and Forest School, and access both breakfast and after-school clubs.
Getting in
The published school roll is 353 pupils against a stated capacity of 315. 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
What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the higher standard? How is the Pupil Parliament structured to ensure student voice?
What Ofsted said about St. Peter's CE Primary Academy
Overview
The report describes a school with a "clear vision" that is "at the heart of the community," where staff and pupils follow the motto ‘Strive Beyond: Defy Limits’ with determination. Leaders have created an "ambitious curriculum" and the school has been on an "extremely fast and purposeful journey" since opening in 2018. The inspection concludes that the school is "well respected in its locality" with a "rewarding ethos and atmosphere."
Strengths
- Pupils display "respectful behaviour" with "low-level disruption" not accepted, and bullying is dealt with "swiftly and effectively."
- Leaders have designed a curriculum that ensures "learning deepens over time," with assessment used wisely to help pupils "keep up with learning."
- Reading is a high priority; staff show "expertise in their teaching of phonics," and pupils read texts that help "broaden their vocabulary."
- Disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs "flourish" due to swift support and curriculum adaptations.
- Extra-curricular clubs and sports competitions enrich personal development, ensuring disadvantaged pupils attend "in line with others."
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure pupils are supported to write "fluently and without error," as accuracy is not consistent across all subjects.
- Leaders must build on curriculum elements regarding protected characteristics, as pupils’ knowledge in this area is "not secure."
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective," with staff receiving regular training and recruitment checks undertaken "vigilantly."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 78% |
| 2023/24 | 78% |
| 2024/25 | 85% |
| 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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