Hopping Hill Primary School

URN: 121927 • Northampton NN5 6DT

Overview

Name
Hopping Hill Primary School
URN
121927
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jo Fantarrow (since 2025)
Telephone
01604751625
Website
Visit
Address
Pendle Road, Northampton NN5 6DT

Summary

Hopping Hill Primary School is a mixed community school located in Northampton, West Northamptonshire, with a current enrolment of 446 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 420. The school prioritises the emotional wellbeing and mental health of its students, fostering a supportive environment where children feel valued and listened to. The core values of kindness, respect, integrity, teamwork, and ambition underpin the school’s ethos, encouraging positive behaviour and a strong desire to learn among pupils.

The curriculum at Hopping Hill is designed to be rich and varied, focusing on developing well-rounded individuals who are confident and resilient. Inclusion is a key priority, ensuring that the diverse needs of all children are met. The school also places a significant emphasis on outdoor learning, with facilities such as a large playground, an allotment area, and a dedicated space called Wonder Wood, which supports hands-on learning and engagement with nature.

Hopping Hill Primary School actively encourages community involvement and welcomes visitors to explore the school. The commitment to nurturing individual strengths and interests, combined with a focus on personal development, creates an environment where children can thrive academically and socially.

Key details

LA
West Northamptonshire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
420
Pupils
446
Boys
222
Girls
224
FSM %
17.80
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-03-07
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Northamptonshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 446 222 224 420 17.80
2024-09-11 440 218 222 420 17.80
2023-09-11 456 220 236 420 16.60
2022-09-11 456 220 236 420 16.60
2021-09-11 453 220 233 420 19.60
2020-09-11 471 235 236 420 18.00

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