St Peter's Catholic School
URN: 147430 • Guildford GU1 2TN
Overview
- Name
- St Peter's Catholic School
- URN
- 147430
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- XAVIER CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 77.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Toby Miller (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01483534654
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Horseshoe Lane East, Guildford GU1 2TN
Summary
St Peter's Catholic School is a mixed secondary academy located in Guildford, Surrey, accommodating approximately 1,347 students aged 11 to 18. Established in 1947 by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Arundel and Brighton, the school emphasizes a strong Catholic ethos, fostering emotional and spiritual health alongside academic excellence. The school does not operate a catchment area, welcoming students from various locations, including those from six feeder primary schools.
The curriculum at St Peter's is designed to provide high standards and good exam results, with a focus on developing strong relationships and high expectations among students. The school offers a comprehensive educational experience from Year 7 through to Sixth Form, ensuring that students are well-supported in their academic and personal growth.
St Peter's is committed to community engagement and encourages parents to participate in the school’s activities, including open evenings and mornings. The school's facilities have been continuously improved, with recent expansions enhancing both teaching and learning environments, reflecting its dedication to providing a nurturing and effective educational setting.
The curriculum at St Peter's is designed to provide high standards and good exam results, with a focus on developing strong relationships and high expectations among students. The school offers a comprehensive educational experience from Year 7 through to Sixth Form, ensuring that students are well-supported in their academic and personal growth.
St Peter's is committed to community engagement and encourages parents to participate in the school’s activities, including open evenings and mornings. The school's facilities have been continuously improved, with recent expansions enhancing both teaching and learning environments, reflecting its dedication to providing a nurturing and effective educational setting.
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Nearby alternatives
- St Peter's Catholic School (77.5)
- Guildford County School (73.5)
- George Abbot School (70.2)
- George Abbot School (69.6)
- Kings College Guildford (52.0)
Key details
- LA
- Surrey
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- XAVIER CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 1050
- Pupils
- 1347
- Boys
- 683
- Girls
- 664
- FSM %
- 6.20
- Open date
- 2019-10-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-05-16
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Surrey
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1347 | 683 | 664 | 1050 | 6.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1349 | 690 | 659 | 1050 | 5.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1308 | 674 | 634 | 1050 | 4.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1308 | 674 | 634 | 1050 | 4.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1291 | 659 | 632 | 1050 | 4.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1272 | 637 | 635 | 1050 | 3.60 |
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