The Latimer Arts College
URN: 122066 • Kettering NN15 6SW
Overview
- Name
- The Latimer Arts College
- URN
- 122066
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Kathryn Murphy (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01536720300
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Castle Way, Kettering NN15 6SW
Summary
The Latimer Arts College is a mixed foundation secondary school located in Kettering, North Northamptonshire, with a current enrolment of 1,175 students and a capacity of 1,277. The school is committed to providing a well-rounded education that adheres to the National Curriculum, ensuring students in Years 7 and 8 engage with a diverse range of subjects, including the Performing Arts, languages, and core academic disciplines.
As students progress to Year 8, they have the opportunity to select pathways that allow for specialisation in subjects leading to GCSE or vocational qualifications. The curriculum is designed to foster disciplinary knowledge and skills, with extensive support provided through assemblies, career guidance, and personalised consultations to help students make informed choices about their studies.
Latimer Arts College emphasises a collaborative learning environment, encouraging student engagement and enjoyment through a broad curriculum that includes creative subjects. The school aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for their future educational and career pathways, fostering a supportive community for both students and their families.
As students progress to Year 8, they have the opportunity to select pathways that allow for specialisation in subjects leading to GCSE or vocational qualifications. The curriculum is designed to foster disciplinary knowledge and skills, with extensive support provided through assemblies, career guidance, and personalised consultations to help students make informed choices about their studies.
Latimer Arts College emphasises a collaborative learning environment, encouraging student engagement and enjoyment through a broad curriculum that includes creative subjects. The school aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for their future educational and career pathways, fostering a supportive community for both students and their families.
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Nearby alternatives
- Bishop Stopford School (70.2)
- Bishop Stopford School (62.5)
- Southfield School for Girls (58.4)
- Kettering Science Academy (54.8)
- Ise Community College (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- North Northamptonshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1277
- Pupils
- 1175
- Boys
- 625
- Girls
- 550
- FSM %
- 19.10
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-04-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Northamptonshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1175 | 625 | 550 | 1277 | 19.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1145 | 639 | 506 | 1182 | 17.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1121 | 612 | 509 | 1182 | 13.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1121 | 612 | 509 | 1182 | 13.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1134 | 618 | 516 | 1182 | 11.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1099 | 585 | 514 | 1175 | 8.30 |
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