Question 1

Is Queen's Drive Infant School a good school?

Accepted Answer

The latest inspection (25 and 26 February 2025, published 30 April 2025) graded quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, leadership and management, and early years provision as Good. Safeguarding arrangements were reported as effective.

Question 2

What are the fees at Queen's Drive Infant School?

Accepted Answer

This is a state-funded school. There are no tuition fees for pupils.

Question 3

How do I apply for Reception entry?

Accepted Answer

Applications are coordinated by Peterborough City Council. The previously quoted admissions dates have now passed, so families should check the council’s live timetable for the relevant intake year.

Question 4

What are the school hours?

Accepted Answer

KS1 runs from 8:45am to 3:15pm. Reception arrival is 8:35am to 8:45am, with the afternoon session ending at 3:15pm.

Question 5

What is the approach to phonics and early reading?

Accepted Answer

The school states that phonics teaching is a major focus and that it uses Read Write Inc with daily phonics sessions across the school.

Question 6

What clubs and pupil leadership opportunities are available?

Accepted Answer

The school publishes a small set of after-school clubs such as KeySports Club, Colouring Club, and Art Club (varies by term and year group). Pupils can also take part in school council and eco activities.

Question 7

Where do children go after Year 2?

Accepted Answer

As an infant school, children typically transfer to a junior school for Years 3 to 6 before applying for Year 7 secondary places at age 11. Families should consider the junior-school route when shortlisting.

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