Paston, Peterborough facts for kids
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | PETERBOROUGH |
| Postcode district | PE4 |
| Dialling code | 01733 |
| EU Parliament | East of England |
Paston is a lively residential area and a special part of the city of Peterborough, located in Cambridgeshire, England. It's a place where many families live and go to school.
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About Paston
Paston was mostly built and developed during the 1970s and 1980s. Before 1974, there was a large area of land called Paston Ridings. This land was known as "common land," which meant everyone had the right to use it. It was a big open space, about 20 acres (8 hectares) in size.
Over the years, Paston has become a very diverse place. This means people from many different backgrounds and cultures live here. For example, there is a large Gypsy community. In 2001, about 8,650 people lived in Paston. The city of Peterborough is growing, and plans are in place to build more homes in Paston. This will help more people live in the city by 2020.
Schools in Paston
Paston has good schools for its young residents.
Paston Ridings County Primary School
Paston Ridings County Primary School has been open since 1994. It was created by joining two older schools: an Infant School and a Junior School. This primary school can teach up to 420 students. It has 14 classrooms, two large halls, and a special computer room. There is also a separate library where students can read and learn. The school even has its own swimming pool and large outdoor areas for playing.
Caverstede Early Years Centre
The Caverstede Early Years Centre is also located in Paston. This center helps very young children get ready for school.
Queen Katharine Academy
For older students, Queen Katharine Academy is the main secondary school. It opened in September 2007. Students from Paston attend this academy after finishing primary school.
All Saints Church
The parish church of All Saints is a very old and important building in Paston. It is known as a Grade I listed building, which means it is historically very significant. Some parts of the church date back to the 11th century, which is over 900 years ago! The north chapel was built around 1220. The church's tall tower was added in the early 14th century.
Notable People from Paston
- Fiona Onasanya - A politician who served as a Member of Parliament for the Labour Party. She was the first female Member of Parliament in the United Kingdom to be from the area.
