Admissions
Welcome to Woodston Primary School Admissions
We are delighted you are considering Woodston Primary School for your child's education.
At Woodston Primary School we believe in making ‘every day count.’ We are an inclusive and diverse family and our visitors say that they can feel our ethos as soon as they are welcomed into the building.
We are a ‘Good’ school, and we expect all children to work hard so that they make the most of the opportunities we provide for them.
We expect a high standard of work and behaviour, and the children’s active involvement in both. We work in partnership with all parents to nurture a positive working relationship between home and school.
In our last Ofsted inspection in July 2023, Woodston Primary School was rated 'Good'.
Visit our School
Choosing the right school for your child is an important decision. We know that you will want to research your options, and we are here to offer support and guidance.
The best way to get a feel for Woodston Primary School is to come on a visit. We would be delighted to welcome you for a school tour, whether your child is considering moving schools or starting school in the next September intake.
Please don't hesitate to get in touch by telephone during term time on 01733 562784 to arrange a visit.
If your child is moving schools, we can arrange a visit at a mutually convenient time during the school year.
If your child is looking to join us in Reception in 2025, we are holding tours for new parents on the following dates:
| Date | Time |
|---|---|
| Wednesday 25th September 2024 | 9:30am |
| Tuesday 1st October 2024 | 2:00pm |
| Friday 11th October 2024 | 9:30am |
| Tuesday 22nd October 2024 | 2:00pm |
| Wednesday 6th November 2024 | 2:00pm |
| Monday 11th November 2024 | 9:30am |
| Thursday 21st November | 9:30am |
| Thursday 5th December 2024 | 9:30am |
| Wednesday 8th January 2025 | 9:30am |
You can also contact the school office on 01733 562784 to book your place. Please note that these tours are aimed at parents and carers due to the duration and content of the visit. There will be other opportunities for your child to visit school.
During the school holidays, you can complete the Admissions Enquiry Form to let us know you are interested in visiting the school, and we will contact you as soon as we can.
Spaces Available
Woodston Primary School admits children from Reception up to Year 6.
This means that your child may start with the new reception intake in September, or move schools to join Woodston Primary School at any point in the year, depending on the spaces we have available.
The number in-year places varies throughout the year. We always welcome new children joining our schools, so please ask us about spaces, and we will be glad to advise you.
For up-to-date information on the number of places available, please get in touch with us during term time by telephone on 01733 562784 or by email on office@woodstonprimary.org.uk.
You can also contact the Local Authority Admissions Department on 01733 864007 for more information on spaces, particularly during the school holidays. Lines are open Monday to Friday from 9am - 2pm, or you can email admissions@peterborough.gov.uk.
The Application Process
Applications are made through the Local Authority Admissions Department, and we are here to offer support and guidance.
If you have any questions about the admissions procedure, you can:
- Contact us directly during term time and will be pleased to guide you through the process.
- Take a look at our Admissions Policy (which is available to download at the bottom of this page).
- Visit the Local Authority Admissions Department online or call the Local Authority Admissions Department on 01733 864007 for more information. Lines are open Monday to Friday from 9am–2pm, or you can email admissions@peterborough.gov.uk.
Applying for a Reception Place
Please visit the Local Authority Admissions Primary Schools Admissions webpage for the most up-to-date information about the application process, including deadlines and guidance. The closing date for applications is 15th January 2025.
Applying to Move Schools
If your child needs to move between Peterborough schools or is moving to a Peterborough school from a different county or country, please visit the Local Authority Moving Schools (In-Year) Transfer webpage.
Appeals
For more information about appeals and to see the timetable setting out how the Local Authority organises and hears admission appeals, please visit: School admissions appeals | Peterborough City Council
If you have any queries or questions, please contact the school directly on 01733 562784 or by email on office@woodstonprimary.org.uk, and we will be happy to help you.
Part of OWN Trust
Woodston Primary School is part of OWN Trust, a small but growing multi-academy Trust, which was founded in 2019 and also includes the primary schools of Woodston and Nene Valley.
OWN Trust is committed to working together across all our trust schools to ensure that every child receives the very best start to their education. A place at any one of our schools will provide your child with a nurturing, supportive, and high-quality learning environment.
Each OWN Trust school has its own identity, but is united by a common vision: 'To have transformed aspirations, changed attitudes and raised achievements for our community through our passionate belief in the power of education.'
More information about the OWN Trust Schools
We would encourage you to consider an OWN Trust school for your child, and more details about the schools can be found here:
We would encourage you to consider an OWN Trust school for your child, and more details about the schools can be found here:
| Woodston Primary School | |
|---|---|
| Headteacher | Mrs Becky Ford |
| Admissions Webpage | Woodston Primary School - Admissions |
| Telephone | 01733 562784 |
| office@woodstonprimary.org.uk | |
| Website | www.woodstonprimary.org.uk |
| Address | Celta Road, Peterborough, PE2 9ER |
| Facebook Page | Woodston Page |
| Nene Valley Primary School | |
|---|---|
| Headteacher | Mr Neil Reilly |
| Admissions Webpage | Nene Valley Primary School - Admissions |
| Telephone | 01733 897517 |
| office@nenevalleyprimary.net | |
| Website | www.nenevalleyprimary.net |
| Address | Sugar Way, Peterborough, PE2 9RT |
| Facebook Page | Nene Valley Page |
| Orton Wistow Primary School | |
|---|---|
| Headteacher | Mr Colin Marks |
| Admissions Webpage | Orton Wistow Primary School - Admissions |
| Telephone | 01733 370646 |
| office@owps.org.uk | |
| Website | www.owps.org.uk |
| Address | Wistow Way, Peterborough, PE2 6GF |
| Facebook Page | Orton Wistow Page |
Get in touch with us...
You can also contact OWN Trust for more information by telephoning 01733 259862, by exploring the OWN Trust website or by using the admissions enquiry form:
Please note, it may take longer for a response during the school holidays, but we will get back to you as soon as we can.
You can also contact the Local Authority Admissions Department on 01733 864007 for more information, particularly during the school holidays. Lines are open Monday to Friday from 9am - 2pm, or you can email admissions@peterborough.gov.uk.
Thank-you for considering Woodston Primary School
We hope you have found plenty of information here to help you with your choice of school. Please explore the rest of our website and social media pages to discover more about our school. We hope to welcome you and your child to the Woodston family in the near future. If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact us.