The King's (The Cathedral) School

URN: 136398 • Peterborough PE1 2UE

Overview

Name
The King's (The Cathedral) School
URN
136398
Type
Academy converter
Phase
All-through
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THE KING'S (THE CATHEDRAL) SCHOOL, PETERBOROUGH
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
69.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
John Harrison (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01733751541
Website
Visit
Address
Park Road, Peterborough PE1 2UE

Summary

The King's (The Cathedral) School is an all-through academy located in Peterborough, serving a mixed-gender student body of 1,261 pupils, with a capacity of 1,150. Established in 1541, the school embraces its rich history while focusing on modern educational practices. The school's ethos is rooted in Christian values, promoting a community where every individual is valued and encouraged to achieve their potential.

The curriculum at The King's School is designed to foster academic excellence alongside musical, cultural, and sporting achievements. Students benefit from a broad range of subjects and extracurricular activities, including the Duke of Edinburgh Award and various clubs. The school places a strong emphasis on student well-being and support, ensuring that all pupils receive the guidance they need to thrive.

The King's School is committed to creating a nurturing environment where discipline and structure are paramount. The school community, which includes students, staff, parents, and governors, works collaboratively to promote a culture of respect and courtesy, as highlighted by positive feedback from Ofsted.

Key details

LA
Peterborough
Age range
7 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
THE KING'S (THE CATHEDRAL) SCHOOL, PETERBOROUGH
Capacity
1150
Pupils
1261
Boys
600
Girls
661
FSM %
12.90
Open date
2011-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2013-03-21
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cambridgeshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1261 600 661 1150 12.90
2024-09-11 1251 592 659 1150 11.70
2023-09-11 1217 584 633 1150 8.40
2022-09-11 1217 584 633 1150 8.40
2021-09-11 1227 591 636 1150 5.90
2020-09-11 1221 591 630 1150 5.60

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