Alfred Lord Tennyson School
URN: 121857 • Rushden NN10 9YS
Overview
- Name
- Alfred Lord Tennyson School
- URN
- 121857
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 45.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Kelly O'Connor (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01933353762
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Alfred Street, Rushden NN10 9YS
Summary
Alfred Lord Tennyson School is a mixed community primary school located in Rushden, North Northamptonshire, with a current enrolment of 154 pupils and a capacity of 210. Established on 1st September 2023 through the amalgamation of Tennyson Road Infant School and Alfred Street Junior School, the school aims to foster a love of reading and traditional educational values. The school is set to move to the Alfred Street site in September 2025 after planned renovations.
The school prides itself on its nurturing environment and strong community ties, working closely with local organisations such as the Royal British Legion and Rushden Rotary Club. It offers a broad curriculum complemented by a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports and music, and has received recognition for its contributions in these areas. A dedicated Family Support Worker and Learning Mentor are available to ensure that all children and families receive the support they need.
Alfred Lord Tennyson School is committed to inclusivity and diversity, adapting its curriculum to meet the varied needs of its pupils. The school values high expectations for behaviour and achievement, striving to create a supportive atmosphere where every child can thrive.
The school prides itself on its nurturing environment and strong community ties, working closely with local organisations such as the Royal British Legion and Rushden Rotary Club. It offers a broad curriculum complemented by a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports and music, and has received recognition for its contributions in these areas. A dedicated Family Support Worker and Learning Mentor are available to ensure that all children and families receive the support they need.
Alfred Lord Tennyson School is committed to inclusivity and diversity, adapting its curriculum to meet the varied needs of its pupils. The school values high expectations for behaviour and achievement, striving to create a supportive atmosphere where every child can thrive.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Governors Who's Who (governance)
- SEND & Inclusion (governance)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- BREAK UP (calendar)
- View Curriculum Page (other)
- View News Page (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- School Policies and Key Documents (other)
- 01933 353762 (other)
Nearby alternatives
- South End Junior School (61.4)
- Denfield Park Primary School (61.0)
- Whitefriars Primary School (60.9)
- South End Infant School (60.0)
- Rushden Primary Academy (59.9)
Key details
- LA
- North Northamptonshire
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 154
- Boys
- 76
- Girls
- 78
- FSM %
- 29.30
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-12-11
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Northamptonshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 154 | 76 | 78 | 210 | 29.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 147 | 71 | 76 | 210 | 35.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 101 | 49 | 52 | 240 | 44.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 101 | 49 | 52 | 240 | 44.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 114 | 58 | 56 | 240 | 36.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 121 | 66 | 55 | 240 | 26.40 |
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