Kirkstone House School
Peterborough, Lincolnshire, East Midlands · PE6 9PA
A small independent school in Peterborough, Lincolnshire, Kirkstone House educates a tightly knit community of around 115 pupils across the full age range from 5 to 18. Led by Mrs Corinne Jones, it offers a non-denominational, mixed and non-boarding setting where children can progress through one school from infancy to sixth form. The Independent Schools Inspectorate judged the school "sound" and met all compliance requirements, while rating its provision for pupils' personal development as good. Its scale suits families who value close attention and continuity over the bustle of a larger institution.
115
Pupils
sound
ISI
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 5-18
- Pupils
- 115
- Location
- Peterborough, Lincolnshire, East Midlands
- Website
- www.kirkstonehouseschool.co.uk
- Telephone
- 01778 560 350
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Mrs Corinne Jones
Latest results
Attainment 8
22
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
10%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Pupils sit GCSEs, and entry is offered at 11. Recent results sit well below national benchmarks: the school's Attainment 8 score of 22 compares with a national average of 46.9, and 10% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in English and Maths against a national figure of 47%. Parents weighing the school will want to read these outcomes alongside its small size and the individual support a smaller cohort can allow.
Sixth form
Qualifications offered
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- sound
- ISI personal development
- good
- Last inspected
- 9 June 2025
The last word
A small, all-through independent for families who prize a close community and personal attention; the published exam outcomes warrant a careful look during any visit.
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Kirkstone House School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Kirkstone House School located?
Kirkstone House School is located at 1-6 Main Street, Baston, Peterborough, PE6 9PA.
What type of school is Kirkstone House School?
Kirkstone House School is an independent (fee-paying) school in East Midlands.
How many pupils attend Kirkstone House School?
Kirkstone House School has approximately 115 pupils on roll.
What is Kirkstone House School's inspection rating?
Kirkstone House School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "sound" at its inspection on 9 June 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.