Leighton Primary and Preschool is a primary community school in Peterborough, East of England. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this community school and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.
In terms of academic performance, Leighton Primary and Preschool has 62% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.
The school has a teacher turnover rate of 20.7%, 34% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 5.2%.
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At Leighton Primary and Preschool, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.
72% met the expected standard in reading and 68% in maths.
Leighton Primary and Preschool has an overall absence rate of 5.2%. The national average for primary schools is approximately 4.0%.
The teacher turnover rate at Leighton Primary and Preschool is 20.7%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
34% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Data last updated: April 2026
Leighton Primary and Preschool was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in June 2024. Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Leighton Primary and Preschool is next inspection expected around 2028.
A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. Around 65% of schools in England are rated Good, making it the most common rating.
Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Leighton Primary and Preschool's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.
Ofsted data is displayed for context only and does not influence the Student Score. For the official Ofsted report, visit reports.ofsted.gov.uk.
Crime Nearby
174/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
77/mo
44% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 11.5 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 7.9
Bus Stops
0
Within 500m
Source: Police.uk, DEFRA UK-Air, DfT NaPTAN. Based on the school's location — actual conditions may vary.
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Would Recommend
100%
Child is Happy
78%
Child Feels Safe
78%
Source: Department for Education / Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score. Small schools may show extreme percentages due to small sample sizes.