Question 1

Is St Peter's Catholic First School a good school?

Accepted Answer

The latest graded inspection (22–23 November 2022) judged the school Good overall, with Good for quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, leadership and management, and early years provision.

Question 2

What are the fees at St Peter's Catholic First School?

Accepted Answer

This is a state-funded school with no tuition fees. Families may still pay for optional extras such as uniform and trips.

Question 3

How do I apply for Reception entry to St Peter's Catholic First School?

Accepted Answer

Applications are coordinated by Worcestershire County Council for first and primary schools. For September 2027 entry, applications close 15 January 2027, with offers on 16 April 2027.

Question 4

Is St Peter's Catholic First School oversubscribed?

Accepted Answer

The latest admissions dataset in this review shows the Reception/primary entry route was oversubscribed, with 65 applications for 29 offers, a subscription proportion of 2.24 applications per offer.

Question 5

What faith evidence is required for admissions?

Accepted Answer

The published admissions arrangements state that evidence of Catholic baptism or reception into the Catholic Church is required for applicants to be considered within Catholic priority categories.

Question 6

Where do pupils go after Year 4?

Accepted Answer

As a first school, pupils transfer to middle school for Year 5. Worcestershire admissions information links the school to the Redditch Catholic pyramid and notes that many non-Catholic pupils move on within the South Bromsgrove pyramid.

Question 7

Does the school offer wraparound care?

Accepted Answer

The most recent inspection evidence references a before-school toast club. For current breakfast and after-school care timings, families should confirm directly with the school.

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