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Discovery Primary Academy

Mountsteven Avenue, Walton, Peterborough, PE4 6HX

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Pupils

456

Ages

4-11

FSM

38.6%

Capacity

600

Ofsted

Good

Feb 2023

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

70.0%

Writing

76.0%

Maths

74.0%

RWM Combined

63.0%

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About Discovery Primary Academy

Discovery Primary Academy is a primary school in Peterborough, Peterborough. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 63% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 456 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Mountsteven Avenue, Peterborough, PE4 6HX | More schools in Peterborough

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Discovery Primary Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Feb 2023 — Good
Mar 2014 — Good (predecessor: Discovery Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Discovery Primary Academy

What is Discovery Primary Academy's Ofsted rating?

Discovery Primary Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are Discovery Primary Academy's latest exam results?

Discovery Primary Academy: KS2 2024/25: 63% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Discovery Primary Academy located?

Discovery Primary Academy is a primary school in Peterborough, Peterborough (PE4 6HX).

How many pupils attend Discovery Primary Academy?

Discovery Primary Academy has around 456 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Discovery Primary Academy with other schools?

View Discovery Primary Academy's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Peterborough.