Delapre Primary School

URN: 122069 • Northampton NN4 8JA

Overview

Name
Delapre Primary School
URN
122069
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
64.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Harry Portrey (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01604761456
Website
Visit
Address
Rothersthorpe Road, Northampton NN4 8JA

Summary

Delapre Primary School, located in Northampton, is a community school that serves a mixed-gender population of 578 pupils, with a capacity of 630. The school operates under the motto "Purpose with Care," emphasizing a disciplined and traditional approach to education within a nurturing environment. The ethos promotes personal development, aiming to cultivate responsible citizens who are well-prepared for future challenges.

The curriculum at Delapre Primary is designed to foster hard work, resilience, and effective communication. The school places a strong emphasis on embedding learning into long-term memory, ensuring that pupils are aware of their progress and the next steps in their education. Extra-curricular activities complement the core curriculum, providing students with a well-rounded educational experience.

Delapre Primary is committed to inclusivity, valuing each child's unique strengths and qualities. The school encourages strong partnerships among children, families, staff, and governors, creating a supportive community that enhances learning opportunities. Visitors often remark on the calm and purposeful atmosphere, reflecting the high expectations of behaviour and the positive relationships within the school.

Key details

LA
West Northamptonshire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
630
Pupils
578
Boys
288
Girls
290
FSM %
20.40
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-07-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Northamptonshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 578 288 290 630 20.40
2024-09-11 609 293 316 630 21.90
2023-09-11 607 310 297 630 19.40
2022-09-11 607 310 297 630 19.40
2021-09-11 595 301 294 630 16.70
2020-09-11 609 309 300 630 12.80

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