St Peter's Independent School

URN: 122143 • Northampton NN3 8TA

Overview

Name
St Peter's Independent School
URN
122143
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
62.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Julie Fenlon (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Lingswood Park, Northampton NN3 8TA

Summary

St Peter's Independent School, located in Northampton, is a co-educational preparatory school founded in 1946. Housed in a Grade II listed building, the school has a rich history and a strong sense of community, with many current pupils being descendants of former students. The school caters to 67 pupils, with a capacity of 120, and offers a nurturing environment that encourages curiosity, creativity, confidence, and community involvement.

The school's ethos is centred around a child-focused approach, aiming to develop each pupil's academic, emotional, physical, and moral potential. St Peter's promotes a love of learning and fosters a growth mindset, ensuring that children are well-prepared for future challenges. The curriculum is designed to provide a diverse educational experience, encompassing academics, sports, and the arts, while instilling essential human values such as honesty and kindness.

St Peter's also emphasizes parental involvement through its Parent-Teacher Association (PTA), which organizes events and supports the school community. The recent addition of the eco-friendly Cedar Hub enhances the learning environment, providing modern facilities for various subjects and extracurricular activities.

Key details

LA
Pre-LGR 2021 Northamptonshire
Age range
3 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
120
Pupils
67
Boys
33
Girls
34
FSM %
0.00
Open date
1979-09-17
Close date
2020-08-31
Last Ofsted
2008-09-24
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Northamptonshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 67 33 34 120 0.00
2024-09-11 67 33 34 120 0.00
2023-09-11 67 33 34 120 0.00
2022-09-11 67 33 34 120 0.00
2021-09-11 67 33 34 120 0.00
2020-09-11 67 33 34 120 0.00

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