St Peter's School
· NN15 6DJ
St Peter's School is a small, independent co-educational preparatory school and nursery founded in Kettering, Northamptonshire in 1946. Taking children from age 3 through to 11, it offers a nurturing, family-feel environment where every child is known individually. With a spiritual ethos, strong arts programme, and emphasis on outdoor learning, it aims to give children a well-rounded foundation before transition to senior schools at 11.
- →Small school size (around 105 pupils) ensuring every child receives personal attention
- →Broad co-curricular offer including music, drama, sport, and outdoor learning for young children
- →Established community feel with wrap-around care and strong parental involvement through Friends of St Peter's
Who thrives here
Children who thrive in a close-knit, nurturing environment where they are well known to staff and pastoral care is a priority. Pupils who benefit from a broad, balanced curriculum with plenty of enrichment alongside core academics.
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Contact & visit
52 Headlands, Kettering, Northamptonshire
NN15 6DJ
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Recent investment
Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at St Peter's School?
Day fees at St Peter's School are approximately £11,400 per year (2025/26).
How do you get into St Peter's School?
St Peter's School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+. Entry is assessed by Assessment Day, Interview. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
Is St Peter's School a boarding school?
St Peter's School is a day school in England and does not offer boarding.
What is St Peter's School's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated St Peter's School “Excellent” (2023).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Warm and caring staff who know every child by name
✓Strong sense of community and belonging in a small school
✓Varied enrichment activities keeping children engaged and happy
✓Good communication between school and parents
Common concerns
!Limited specialist facilities and resources compared to larger prep schools
!Small peer group may constrain social development for some children
!Senior school destination results difficult to verify given small cohort sizes each year