Briar Hill Primary School
URN: 121941 • Northampton NN4 8SW
Overview
- Name
- Briar Hill Primary School
- URN
- 121941
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 45.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Tania Watts (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Thorn Hill, Northampton NN4 8SW
Summary
Briar Hill Primary School, located in Northampton, is a community school with a capacity of 420 students, catering to mixed-gender education for children aged three to eleven. The school is part of the David Ross Education Trust and is committed to creating a nurturing and supportive environment where well-being is central to the educational experience. The school prides itself on its high expectations, encouraging students to achieve academically while also making positive contributions to society.
The curriculum at Briar Hill focuses on essential skills in literacy, numeracy, and technology, providing a solid foundation for learning across various contexts. The school aims to inspire a love for learning and fosters a positive mindset among students, promoting determination and perseverance in overcoming challenges. With an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted and recognition as the Primary TES School of the Year in 2022, Briar Hill is dedicated to ensuring that all children make at least good progress from their starting points.
Briar Hill Primary School emphasizes a collaborative approach, engaging with parents and the wider community to support children's educational journeys. The school offers access to student information through the My Child at School platform, ensuring parents are informed about their child's attendance, homework, and behaviour. Through its commitment to innovation and continuous improvement, Briar Hill aims to provide a world-class education for all its students.
The curriculum at Briar Hill focuses on essential skills in literacy, numeracy, and technology, providing a solid foundation for learning across various contexts. The school aims to inspire a love for learning and fosters a positive mindset among students, promoting determination and perseverance in overcoming challenges. With an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted and recognition as the Primary TES School of the Year in 2022, Briar Hill is dedicated to ensuring that all children make at least good progress from their starting points.
Briar Hill Primary School emphasizes a collaborative approach, engaging with parents and the wider community to support children's educational journeys. The school offers access to student information through the My Child at School platform, ensuring parents are informed about their child's attendance, homework, and behaviour. Through its commitment to innovation and continuous improvement, Briar Hill aims to provide a world-class education for all its students.
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Key details
- LA
- Pre-LGR 2021 Northamptonshire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- 2012-10-31
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Northamptonshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 420 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 420 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 420 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 420 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 420 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 420 |
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