Orton Wistow Primary School

URN: 146845 • Peterborough PE2 6GF

Overview

Name
Orton Wistow Primary School
URN
146845
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
OWN TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Colin Marks (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01733370646
Website
Visit
Address
Wistow Way, Peterborough PE2 6GF

Summary

Orton Wistow Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Peterborough, accommodating 379 pupils with a capacity of 420. The school prioritises the safety, support, and happiness of its students, fostering an environment where children can thrive academically and socially. The ethos is underpinned by the PRIDE code, which promotes values of Politeness, Respect, Independence, Doing Your Best, and the belief that Everybody Matters.

The curriculum at Orton Wistow is designed to meet the diverse needs of its learners, focusing on essential knowledge, skills, and vocabulary that build progressively as students advance through their education. Experienced staff are dedicated to instilling a love of learning, encouraging creativity and curiosity while equipping pupils with vital learning tools such as Responsibility, Resilience, and Teamwork.

Community involvement is a key aspect of the school's approach, with collaboration among staff, governors, parents, and students contributing to the holistic development of each child. The school aims to cultivate well-rounded citizens who are prepared to make positive contributions to society.

Key details

LA
Peterborough
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
OWN TRUST
Capacity
420
Pupils
379
Boys
191
Girls
188
FSM %
10.30
Open date
2019-03-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-07-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cambridgeshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 379 191 188 420 10.30
2024-09-11 396 194 202 420 9.80
2023-09-11 415 195 220 420 10.40
2022-09-11 415 195 220 420 10.40
2021-09-11 414 195 219 420 8.20
2020-09-11 420 210 210 420 5.50

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