- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
32 first choices, 30 offers made
Met the standard at 1192%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.4%
- Pupils
- 225
- Pupils per teacher
- 25.6
Schools in PE8
A postcode district in North Northamptonshire
- Postcode district
- 17 schools and nurseries
In short: PE8 is a postcode district in North Northamptonshire with 9 primary schools, 2 secondary schools and 6 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries179 primary · 2 secondary · 6 nurseries
Top-rated
All PE8 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in PE8
Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.
Top Primary Schools in PE8
9 in PE8, best first
The Elton CofE Primary School of the Foundation of Frances and Jane Proby
Peterborough, PE8 6RS · State · Primary · Ages 5 to 11
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
21 first choices, 20 offers made
Met the standard at 1181%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.8%
- Pupils
- 137
- Pupils per teacher
- 22.8
- Ofsted:Good
Results above the England average.
33 first choices, 33 offers made
Met the standard at 1168%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.9%
- Pupils
- 387
- Pupils per teacher
- 24.4
Top Secondary Schools in PE8
2 in PE8, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results close to the England average.
227 first choices, 241 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1647.0
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 6.5%
- Pupils
- 1,416
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.4
Nurseries in PE8
6 in PE8, highest Ofsted grade first
Little Wellies Day Nursery
Peterborough, PE8 5TN · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Nassington Pre School
Peterborough, PE8 6QU · Nursery
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Small Wonders Nursery, Pre-School and Forest School
Peterborough, PE8 4DF · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in PE8
2 in PE8, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Good
Results close to the England average.
227 first choices, 241 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1647.0
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 6.5%
- Pupils
- 1,416
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.4
Oundle School
Northamptonshire, PE8 4GH · Independent · Secondary · Ages 10 to 19
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 1,163
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Private Schools in PE8
2 in PE8. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Laxton Junior School
Pe8 4bx · Independent · Primary · Ages 4 to 11
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 251
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Oundle School
Northamptonshire, PE8 4GH · Independent · Secondary · Ages 10 to 19
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 1,163
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in PE8, on one map
Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.
- Outstanding1
- Good10
- Not graded yet6
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Schools in PE8 sit in 3 council areas. Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.
By age
What's on offer for each age
Pick a stage to see every PE8 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
PE8 has 17 schools and nurseries.
Dates to know
Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.
- 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
- 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
- 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
- 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.
Keep up with schools in PE8
Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.
Questions
Questions parents ask about PE8
Nearby areas
How many schools are in PE8?
PE8 has 17 schools, including 9 primary schools, 2 secondary schools, 6 nurseries, 2 independent schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in PE8?
The highest-ranked schools in PE8 on Eduscope are Kings Cliffe Endowed Primary School, The Elton CofE Primary School of the Foundation of Frances and Jane Proby, Prince William School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.
How many private schools are in PE8?
There are 2 independent schools in PE8. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in PE8 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in PE8?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 17 schools in PE8 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.
Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.