Harpole Primary School
URN: 121976 • Northampton NN7 4DP
Overview
- Name
- Harpole Primary School
- URN
- 121976
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Duncan Thorpe (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01604830072
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Larkhall Lane, Northampton NN7 4DP
Summary
Harpole Primary School, located in Northampton, is a voluntary controlled primary school with a mixed-gender enrolment of 181 pupils, out of a capacity of 210. The school is committed to nurturing each child's academic, emotional, and spiritual development within a Christian framework, emphasizing values such as respect, responsibility, perseverance, and kindness. As a Church of England school, Harpole aims to prepare students for future challenges while fostering a love of learning.
The school prides itself on its strong community ties, including partnerships with local organisations such as All Saints Church and Harpole Football Club. The dedicated staff focus on providing a well-rounded education that includes specialist teaching in sports, music, and art, supported by the Combined Harpole Charity Trust.
Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through the Friends of Harpole School (FOHS), which organises fundraising events and community activities, enhancing the school experience for all students. Harpole Primary School strives to create a warm and inspiring environment where children can thrive both academically and personally.
The school prides itself on its strong community ties, including partnerships with local organisations such as All Saints Church and Harpole Football Club. The dedicated staff focus on providing a well-rounded education that includes specialist teaching in sports, music, and art, supported by the Combined Harpole Charity Trust.
Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through the Friends of Harpole School (FOHS), which organises fundraising events and community activities, enhancing the school experience for all students. Harpole Primary School strives to create a warm and inspiring environment where children can thrive both academically and personally.
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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
- 210
- Pupils
- 181
- Boys
- 105
- Girls
- 76
- FSM %
- 6.10
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-05-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Northamptonshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 181 | 105 | 76 | 210 | 6.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 182 | 108 | 74 | 210 | 5.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 187 | 116 | 71 | 210 | 9.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 187 | 116 | 71 | 210 | 9.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 204 | 123 | 81 | 210 | 10.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 206 | 114 | 92 | 210 | 10.20 |
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