Park Junior School, Kettering

Park Junior School, located in Kettering, is a community primary school accommodating 353 pupils, with a capacity of 360. The school promotes a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to embody the PARK values: Pride, Achievement, Responsibility, and Kindness. These values are integral to both academic learning and social interactions, fostering a supportive atmosphere for personal growth.

The school operates under the INMAT Trust, which emphasizes inclusion, integrity, initiative, inspiration, and community involvement. Park Junior School aims to provide an outstanding quality of education, ensuring that all pupils have access to the necessary resources and technology to enhance their learning experience. Weekly assemblies focus on both school and British values, reinforcing principles such as democracy and mutual respect.

Admissions are managed by Northamptonshire County Council, with a structured transition program for children moving from Kettering Park Infant Academy at age seven. The school day runs from 8:45 am to 3:15 pm, with a strong emphasis on good attendance, which is rewarded to encourage a positive school culture. Parents are invited to engage with the school community through visits and open communication.