ST PETER'S SCHOOL in Cambridgeshire, Huntingdon

Education Centre Information: St Peter's School:

Establishment Type:Foundation School
Phase of Education: Secondary
Status: Closed
Local Authority: Cambridgeshire
Reason Establishment Closed: Academy Converter
Establishment Close Date: 31/07/2011
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Urban > 10k - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: None
Total Pupils: 1160
Number of boys: 558
Number of girls: 602
Admissions: Comprehensive
Age Range: 11-18
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

St Peter's School was founded in 1870 and has served the people of the Huntingdon area. St Peter's is a well-established comprehensive school with a record of success in providing high-quality education to the full range of students aged 11-18. Its aim to ensure that each student achieves his or her potential academically while developing into a responsible, confident and purposeful citizen. It believes in a broad and balanced curriculum that is accessible to all its students. There is a strong tradition in sport and it encourages and values a wide range of major sports. Students from all years have the opportunity to join dance clubs. Students have the opportunity to become involved in a range of drama activities and productions. The main hall and stage are fully equipped with lighting and sound for large-scale productions. It also has a well-equipped drama studio and performing arts centre. The school'supports a number of charities, which are chosen by the students themselves through their Year Councils. 'The school provides a happy, caring, stable and orderly environment in which the best quality teaching, learning and development can take place'.