Yardley Gobion Church of England Primary School

URN: 122007 • Towcester NN12 7UL

Overview

Name
Yardley Gobion Church of England Primary School
URN
122007
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
55.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Eliza Hollis (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01908542261
Website
Visit
Address
School Lane, Towcester NN12 7UL

Summary

Yardley Gobion Church of England Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school located in Towcester, West Northamptonshire. With a current enrolment of 82 pupils and a capacity of 157, the school provides a nurturing environment for mixed-gender education. It is part of The Forest CE Federation, which includes four other rural primary schools in the area, fostering collaboration and shared resources to enhance the educational experience.

The federation model, established in 2012, allows the schools to pool their strengths in leadership, governance, and classroom experiences, ensuring a high-quality learning environment. All schools within the federation were rated 'Good' by Ofsted in 2013, with a focus on outstanding behaviour. Yardley Gobion joined the federation in January 2023, further enriching the community of schools dedicated to providing a supportive and vibrant educational setting.

The school emphasizes a holistic approach to learning, integrating academic achievement with personal development and community involvement. Parents can expect a strong commitment to fostering a positive ethos, where children are encouraged to thrive both academically and socially within a caring and inclusive atmosphere.

Key details

LA
West Northamptonshire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
157
Pupils
82
Boys
53
Girls
29
FSM %
14.60
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-01-25
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Northamptonshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 82 53 29 157 14.60
2024-09-11 80 46 34 157 11.30
2023-09-11 100 47 53 157 14.00
2022-09-11 100 47 53 157 14.00
2021-09-11 98 47 51 157 8.20
2020-09-11 97 49 48 157 4.10

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