The Elton CofE Primary School of the Foundation of Frances and Jane Proby
Peterborough, PE8 6RS · Cambridgeshire · primary school
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44th 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 3,377 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.7/10 among them, against 7.0/10 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 | 81.0 · 89 | 40% | 3.57 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
The Elton CofE Primary School of the Foundation of Frances and Jane Proby overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 81.0% 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 5.0% 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 5.7 out of 10 among them, against 7.0 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 137 pupils against a stated capacity of 140. 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 working towards the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are available in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating in the coming years?
What Ofsted said about The Elton CofE Primary School of the Foundation of Frances and Jane Proby
Overview
The report describes a school where “pupils thrive” and develop “impressive personal qualities” through an “excellent programme for personal development.” Leaders have successfully improved the curriculum and teaching standards since the previous inspection, resulting in high expectations and strong achievement.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate “remarkable care and empathy” towards one another, with older children acting as positive role models.
- The curriculum provides “clear guidance” on knowledge, helping pupils remember key concepts and achieve well in national tests.
- Staff teach reading “consistently well,” ensuring children develop sophisticated vocabulary and enter key stage 2 able to “read fluently.”
- Personal development is rated Outstanding, with pupils learning to regulate emotions and engaging in extensive charitable and sporting activities.
- The governing body now has the expertise to “govern effectively” and holds leaders to account.
Areas to improve
- Staff must ensure they “adapt learning activities well enough to match the differing needs of pupils with SEND,” as inconsistent adaptation means some pupils “do not learn as well as they could.”
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 | 75% |
| 2023/24 | 70% |
| 2024/25 | 81% |
| 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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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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