St Peter's CofE Primary School
Shrewsbury, SY4 5BX · Shropshire · primary school
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43rd of 97 primary schools in Shropshire we can score, 127 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 — 4.1/10 against 3,191 of them, against 4.1/10 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 | 60.0 · 39 | 41% | 1.59 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.76 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 26% | 1.14 |
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 CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 60.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 6.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (4.1 out of 10 either way). Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2022.
Getting in
The published school roll is 404 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
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in literacy? What does the daily timetable look like for a Year 6 pupil? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about St Peter's CofE Primary School
Overview
St Peter’s Church of England Primary School is described as a “happy and safe place” where pupils feel well cared for and relationships are strong. The inspection found that leaders have implemented a “broad and ambitious” curriculum, resulting in a good quality of education despite recent leadership changes.
Strengths
- Pupils display an “eagerness to please” and good behaviour, with bullying being rare and quickly resolved.
- The curriculum is “well-sequenced and logical,” particularly in mathematics, where knowledge builds effectively across year groups.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive “effective support” through appropriate adaptations and close collaboration with parents.
- Personal development is a priority, with pupils demonstrating “responsible and respectful” attitudes and understanding core values.
- Staff feel well supported, with leaders considering their “well-being and work–life balance.”
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure staff deliver the phonics programme consistently well, as some lack the confidence to identify errors, affecting reading fluency.
- Senior leaders should provide further support to subject leaders to ensure curriculum implementation is consistent and activities match intended learning outcomes.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders maintaining the belief that “it could happen here” and ensuring staff receive regular training to identify and resolve concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 60% |
| 2023/24 | 60% |
| 2024/25 | 60% |
| 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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