Grendon Church of England Primary School

URN: 121975 • Northampton NN7 1JW

Overview

Name
Grendon Church of England Primary School
URN
121975
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
73.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
John Wayland (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01933663208
Website
Visit
Address
Main Road, Northampton NN7 1JW

Summary

Grendon Church of England Primary School, located in Northampton, is a voluntary controlled primary school with a mixed-gender enrolment of 108 pupils, matching its capacity. The school is known for its strong academic performance, having been recognized as one of the top 1% of schools nationally in 2023 and awarded Primary School of the Year at the National TES School Awards in 2019. The recent Ofsted report from November 2024 commended the school for its high standards, quality pastoral care, and the thriving environment it provides for students.

The school operates under a Christian ethos, promoting values such as respect, honesty, and kindness. Grendon CE Primary aims to foster independent learners and responsible global citizens, drawing inspiration from the story of the Good Samaritan. This inclusive approach encourages children to celebrate differences and support one another.

Grendon CE Primary School offers a well-designed curriculum that engages students and enhances their learning experiences. The dedicated staff, including a head teacher and various teaching assistants, work collaboratively to ensure that each child receives the support they need to succeed academically and socially. For more information or to arrange a school tour, parents can contact the school office.

Key details

LA
North Northamptonshire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
108
Pupils
108
Boys
60
Girls
48
FSM %
3.70
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2013-03-20
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Northamptonshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 108 60 48 108 3.70
2024-09-11 116 56 60 105 4.30
2023-09-11 116 63 53 105 3.40
2022-09-11 116 63 53 105 3.40
2021-09-11 113 61 52 105 0.90
2020-09-11 113 60 53 105 1.80

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