Primary
Ofsted Good
About Pelton Community Primary School
Pelton Community Primary School is a caring and nurturing environment where children can thrive academically, socially and emotionally. We believe that every pupil should have high aspirations and know that if they believe, they can achieve. We are dedicated to provide enriching and supportive environment where children can thrive.
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Key Facts
Head/Principal
Mrs Telfer
Rating Breakdown
Based on published reviews
Safety & Security
4.3
Teaching Quality
4.7
Communication
4.7
Student Wellbeing
4.3
Facilities
4.7
School Workforce
Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025
Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.
22.0:1
Pupil-Teacher Ratio
Good
14.1
Teachers (FTE)
Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.
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Pelton Community Primary School has 4 reviews. Your honest review helps families make better school decisions.
Reviews 4
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Emily W
Unconfirmed
Parent
Jun 1, 2022
5.0
"Exceptional School - Highly Recommended"
We've been so impressed with Pelton Community Primary School. The facilities are excellent, with a wonderful nursery and reception area. The teachers and staff are so caring and supportive, our child feels safe and happy. We've seen a real difference in their confidence and ability since starting here.
Safety & Wellbeing
5/5
Teaching & Learning
5/5
Communication
5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
5/5
Facilities
5/5
K
Kathryn R
Unconfirmed
Parent
Mar 1, 2022
4.0
"Good but Room for Improvement"
We've had a mixed experience at Pelton Community Primary School. The staff are generally friendly and helpful, but we've sometimes found the communication with parents to be inconsistent. The facilities are good, but we've noticed that some areas of the school could do with a bit of an update. Overall, it's an okay school, but we're not entirely satisfied.
Safety & Wellbeing
4/5
Teaching & Learning
3/5
Communication
4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
3/5
Facilities
4/5
M
Mark B
Unconfirmed
Parent
Sep 1, 2021
5.0
"Great School, Lovely Community"
We've been at Pelton Community Primary School for a few years now, and we couldn't be happier. The school's values of kindness, respect, and hard work really shine through in the way the children are taught and treated. The staff are friendly and approachable, and the annual events like the Christmas fair are always a highlight.
Safety & Wellbeing
4/5
Teaching & Learning
5/5
Communication
5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
4/5
Facilities
4/5
S
Sarah T
Unconfirmed
Parent
Jun 1, 2020
4.0
"Excellent Education and Support"
Our child went to Pelton Community Primary School for several years, and we were consistently impressed with the education and support they received. The teachers were knowledgeable and enthusiastic, and the extra-curricular activities like the VR construction simulator were a great way to engage the children. We were sad to leave the school, but our child was well-prepared for secondary school.
Safety & Wellbeing
4/5
Teaching & Learning
4/5
Communication
4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
4/5
Facilities
5/5
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