John Clare Primary School
URN: 145270 • Peterborough PE6 7DX
Overview
- Name
- John Clare Primary School
- URN
- 145270
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- SOKE EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sarah Nicolson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01733252332
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- West Street, Peterborough PE6 7DX
Summary
John Clare Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Peterborough, with a current enrolment of 127 pupils and a capacity for 140. The school is dedicated to creating a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to develop a passion for learning, compassion for others, and a commitment to excellence. The ethos emphasizes high expectations and strong partnerships with families and the wider community.
The curriculum at John Clare is designed to be engaging and enquiry-based, ensuring that all children are inspired and supported in their learning journey. The school prioritises the development of essential skills and knowledge, aiming to equip students to become responsible members of society. Additionally, the school is committed to providing targeted support for vulnerable groups through the Pupil Premium funding, ensuring that all pupils have the opportunity to achieve their best.
Under the leadership of Headteacher Mrs Sarah Nicolson, John Clare Primary School fosters a safe and stimulating environment for learning. The school encourages visits from prospective families to experience its welcoming atmosphere and commitment to student development firsthand.
The curriculum at John Clare is designed to be engaging and enquiry-based, ensuring that all children are inspired and supported in their learning journey. The school prioritises the development of essential skills and knowledge, aiming to equip students to become responsible members of society. Additionally, the school is committed to providing targeted support for vulnerable groups through the Pupil Premium funding, ensuring that all pupils have the opportunity to achieve their best.
Under the leadership of Headteacher Mrs Sarah Nicolson, John Clare Primary School fosters a safe and stimulating environment for learning. The school encourages visits from prospective families to experience its welcoming atmosphere and commitment to student development firsthand.
Useful links
- Juniper Websites (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Oundle Church of England Primary School (77.2)
- Hampton Hargate Primary School (75.0)
- Fulbridge Academy (74.6)
- Fulbridge Primary School (70.2)
- Heritage Park Primary School (69.5)
Key details
- LA
- Peterborough
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- SOKE EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 140
- Pupils
- 127
- Boys
- 71
- Girls
- 56
- FSM %
- 9.40
- Open date
- 2018-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-03-29
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cambridgeshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 127 | 71 | 56 | 140 | 9.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 134 | 74 | 60 | 140 | 8.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 141 | 77 | 64 | 140 | 2.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 141 | 77 | 64 | 140 | 2.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 136 | 70 | 66 | 140 | 2.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 136 | 68 | 68 | 105 | 0.00 |
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