Barnack CofE (Controlled) Primary School
School Road, Barnack, Stamford, PE9 3DZOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Barnack CofE (Controlled) Primary School is a primary school in Stamford for ages 5 to 11. It is one of the 87 schools in Peterborough. It ranks 1st of 10 primary schools in Stamford. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in September 2022.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 27 September 2022, report published 10 November 2022
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 27 September 2022
Barnack pupils say they would strongly recommend their school to others. It is a safe, stimulating place where they can thrive. Pupils enjoy the school's calm, orderly environment. They behave well throughout the school day. Pupils understand the school rules. They help each other to keep them. Pupils are kind to others. Their relationships with adults are supportive and respectful. They agree that 'Everyone is treated equally here, and no-one judges anyone.' There is little bullying. Pupils know staff stop it if it does occur. Pupils say, 'It doesn't happen much here. Children like being at school and are happy.' They trust school staff. Pupils feel there is always someone to talk to about any worries. They feel safe. Pupils meet teachers' high expectations, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Pupils are eager to take part in their learning tasks. They get engrossed in interesting activities and many enjoy working at a deeper level. Pupils are keen to take part in the exceptional broader experiences on offer. Many attend extra clubs. They feel involved in the school because they have a voice. Very many become articulate and mature as they progress through the school.
What the school should improve
- There are still a few subjects where the curriculum is less refined, and where teachers' subject knowledge is less developed. This means that in these few subjects pupils do not learn in as much depth as in others. School leaders need to continue their work to ensure the curriculum is equally precise in all subjects, and that teachers' subject knowledge is consistently strong across each one.
- Teachers do not ensure that all younger pupils learn to form their letters correctly. This means that the writing development of some pupils, especially those with low starting points, is held back, and leads to having to reteach these basic skills when pupils are older. Leaders need to ensure that teachers prioritise letter formation with the same determination that they prioritise reading, so all pupils progress successfully through the writing curriculum across each key stage.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
20 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
180 pupils on roll, with places for 210
Schools near Barnack CofE (Controlled) Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copthill Independent Day School & Nursery | 1 mile | No Ofsted inspection | Not published |
| The Uffington Church of England Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 64% met the expected standard |
| Wittering Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good | 60% met the expected standard |
| John Clare Primary School | 3 miles | Report card: Strong standard | 91% met the expected standard |
| Stamford Junior School | 3 miles | No Ofsted inspection | Not published |
School details
- School type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 5 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mrs Colette Firth
- Phone
- 01780740265
- Address
- School Road, Barnack, Stamford, PE9 3DZ
- Local authority
- Peterborough
- URN
- 110823
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.