St Peter's Church of England Aided School
Exeter, EX2 5AP · Devon · secondary school
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3rd of 40 secondary schools in Devon we can score, 41 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 639 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.1/10 among them, against 7.5/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 56.8 · 76 | 46% | 3.53 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.33 · 74 | 38% | 2.87 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 50.9 · 74 | 15% | 1.13 |
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 Church of England Aided School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 61.2% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 53.0, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.33 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did better than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.9 out of 10 among them, against 8.0 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Sport Leaders, recreational sport, and fitness clubs. Sports include netball, gymnastics, hockey, trampolining, athletics, dance, cricket, and cross country. Music and arts offer a jazz band, junior orchestra, student worship band, choir, junior singers, production band, and school productions. Trips include Duke of Edinburgh, a Year 8 Rhineland residential, and Ten Tors. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,305 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,305. 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 to improve their progress scores relative to similar-intake peers? What specific support is available for students aiming to raise their Attainment 8? How does the after-school
What Ofsted said about St Peter's Church of England Aided School
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils feel they belong, supported by "consistently effective teaching" and "strong pastoral care." Leaders are determined that pupils achieve high standards, with a curriculum that encourages wide reading and deep subject knowledge. The school places high value on developing character, fostering pupils who act as "leaders of positive change."
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from "warm relationships" with staff, resulting in rare lapses in behaviour and a culture where they are "safe, happy and behave very well."
- Special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are "identified quickly and supported effectively," with specialist staff providing focused teaching.
- The curriculum is ambitious, with most pupils studying separate sciences and GCSE religious education, alongside "rich texts that enhance the learning in each subject."
- Pupils take on many leadership roles and participate enthusiastically in outdoor pursuits and volunteering, demonstrating "accepting attitudes" and kindness.
- Skilled leadership and insightful governance create a culture where "everyone works together constructively to tackle any challenges."
Areas to improve
- The school should build upon recent work to improve the attendance of disadvantaged pupils, which remains low and hinders their achievement.
- The curriculum for some pupils is adapted to such a degree that it limits their cultural development; the school should ensure all pupils have the opportunity to learn a "rich body of knowledge."
- The personal, health and social education (PSHE) curriculum should be strengthened to ensure all pupils develop a secure understanding of fundamental British values and the world beyond school.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 53.3 |
| 2024/25 | 53.0 |
| 2025/26 | 50.9 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 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
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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