City of Peterborough Academy

URN: 139082 • Peterborough PE1 5LQ

Overview

Name
City of Peterborough Academy
URN
139082
Type
Free schools
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
GREENWOOD ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Serious Weaknesses
Ranking score
21.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Nicola Treacy (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01733821440
Website
Visit
Address
Reeves Way, Peterborough PE1 5LQ

Summary

City of Peterborough Academy is a mixed secondary free school located in Peterborough, serving approximately 830 students aged 11-16. Established in September 2013, the Academy aims to provide a nurturing environment that fosters academic success and personal growth. The school is committed to its core values of Respect and Kindness, Excellence, Ambition, Character, and Honesty, encouraging students to "REACH for excellence" in all their endeavors.

The Academy is part of the Greenwood Academies Trust and offers a diverse curriculum designed to prepare students for future challenges. It emphasizes the development of cultural capital and leadership skills, providing various opportunities for students to engage in experiences that enhance their learning and personal development.

With a significant percentage of students eligible for free school meals (47%), City of Peterborough Academy is dedicated to creating an inclusive community where every learner feels valued and supported. The school prioritizes the well-being of its students, ensuring they are equipped with the necessary skills and character to thrive in a global society.

Key details

LA
Peterborough
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
Not applicable
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
GREENWOOD ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
900
Pupils
830
Boys
441
Girls
389
FSM %
47.00
Open date
2013-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-02-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cambridgeshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 830 441 389 900 47.00
2024-09-11 865 458 407 900 45.30
2023-09-11 815 418 397 900 37.30
2022-09-11 815 418 397 900 37.30
2021-09-11 830 438 392 900 34.50
2020-09-11 823 446 377 900 27.80

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