Rowan Gate Primary School -Three Sites and Two Satellites
URN: 131079 • Wellingborough NN8 4NS
Overview
- Name
- Rowan Gate Primary School -Three Sites and Two Satellites
- URN
- 131079
- Type
- Community special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 72.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Laura Clarke (since 2025) , Headteacher (School On Two Sites)
- Telephone
- 01933304970
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Rowan Gate Primary School, Wellingborough NN8 4NS
Summary
Rowan Gate Primary School is a community special school located in Wellingborough, North Northamptonshire, catering to 296 pupils with complex learning needs. The school operates across three main sites and two satellite locations, providing a supportive and inclusive environment for children aged 4 and above. Admission is based on referrals from the Special Needs Assessment Panel, ensuring that each child's individual needs are met.
The school has a strong ethos focused on high-quality education and personal development. Staff members are dedicated to understanding each pupil's unique requirements, enabling tailored support that fosters academic and social growth. The commitment to the "Rowan Gate way" ensures consistency in approach, allowing pupils to build strong relationships with their educators.
Rowan Gate has received outstanding ratings from Ofsted in recent inspections, highlighting the effective care and education provided. The school community is described as welcoming, with a focus on developing self-esteem and communication skills among pupils. Parents can access important information, including policies and term dates, through the school's website.
The school has a strong ethos focused on high-quality education and personal development. Staff members are dedicated to understanding each pupil's unique requirements, enabling tailored support that fosters academic and social growth. The commitment to the "Rowan Gate way" ensures consistency in approach, allowing pupils to build strong relationships with their educators.
Rowan Gate has received outstanding ratings from Ofsted in recent inspections, highlighting the effective care and education provided. The school community is described as welcoming, with a focus on developing self-esteem and communication skills among pupils. Parents can access important information, including policies and term dates, through the school's website.
Useful links
- Link to Ofsted Parent View (other)
- Science – Fun at Home Activities (other)
- Link to Ofsted Reports (other)
- Link to Govt Benchmark Site (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Friars Academy (61.1)
- Wellingborough School (47.2)
- Friars School (45.2)
- Rowan Gate Primary School (45.2)
- Hinwick Hall College (40.7)
Key details
- LA
- North Northamptonshire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 300
- Pupils
- 296
- Boys
- 220
- Girls
- 76
- FSM %
- 36.50
- Open date
- 1998-01-09
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-03-26
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Northamptonshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 296 | 220 | 76 | 300 | 36.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 268 | 201 | 67 | 272 | 37.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 208 | 152 | 56 | 200 | 30.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 208 | 152 | 56 | 200 | 30.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 196 | 147 | 49 | 200 | 27.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 190 | 141 | 49 | 176 | 21.60 |
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