Duston Eldean Primary School
URN: 121945 • Northampton NN5 6PP
Overview
- Name
- Duston Eldean Primary School
- URN
- 121945
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 65.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Cathy Moore (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01604752283
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Main Road, Northampton NN5 6PP
Summary
Duston Eldean Primary School is a mixed community school located in Northampton, serving 418 pupils with a capacity of 420. The school aims to create a supportive and inclusive environment where children feel valued and confident in their learning. The ethos revolves around fostering creativity, problem-solving, and discovery, preparing students for future educational challenges and active citizenship.
The curriculum at Duston Eldean is structured around the National Curriculum, complemented by a 'Skills for Life Curriculum' that focuses on essential attitudes and skills for success. Key themes of oracy, diversity, and exploration are integrated throughout both curricula, enhancing pupils' learning experiences and cultural understanding. The school encourages pupil voice, allowing children to pursue their interests and contribute to the school community.
Parents are encouraged to engage actively in their children's education, fostering a strong partnership between home and school. The school values individual progress and needs, ensuring that each child receives the support necessary for their development and achievement. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.
The curriculum at Duston Eldean is structured around the National Curriculum, complemented by a 'Skills for Life Curriculum' that focuses on essential attitudes and skills for success. Key themes of oracy, diversity, and exploration are integrated throughout both curricula, enhancing pupils' learning experiences and cultural understanding. The school encourages pupil voice, allowing children to pursue their interests and contribute to the school community.
Parents are encouraged to engage actively in their children's education, fostering a strong partnership between home and school. The school values individual progress and needs, ensuring that each child receives the support necessary for their development and achievement. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.
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Key details
- LA
- West Northamptonshire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 418
- Boys
- 224
- Girls
- 194
- FSM %
- 9.80
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-06-06
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Northamptonshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 418 | 224 | 194 | 420 | 9.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 422 | 220 | 202 | 420 | 10.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 419 | 203 | 216 | 420 | 7.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 419 | 203 | 216 | 420 | 7.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 447 | 218 | 229 | 450 | 6.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 449 | 226 | 223 | 450 | 6.20 |
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