Kingsthorpe Village Primary School
URN: 133732 • Northampton NN2 6QL
Overview
- Name
- Kingsthorpe Village Primary School
- URN
- 133732
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Brian Gwynne (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01604714223
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Knights Lane, Northampton NN2 6QL
Summary
Kingsthorpe Village Primary School is a mixed community school located in Northampton, serving 207 pupils with a capacity of 210. The school operates under a strong ethos of teamwork, encapsulated in their motto "Together Everyone Achieves More." The leadership, headed by Mr. Brian Gwynne, focuses on fostering creativity and resilience among students while equipping them with essential life skills.
The curriculum at Kingsthorpe is broad and balanced, designed around a thematic approach that encourages creativity and engagement. The school employs a unique butterfly model for planning, ensuring that learning is both enjoyable and relevant. In addition to the core curriculum, the school offers a variety of extracurricular activities and events, promoting a well-rounded educational experience.
Kingsthorpe Village Primary School is committed to community involvement and the celebration of student achievements. The school actively promotes British values and prioritises a supportive environment, ensuring that every child feels valued and included. For parents, the school provides comprehensive information through its website, including governance details, policies, and term dates.
The curriculum at Kingsthorpe is broad and balanced, designed around a thematic approach that encourages creativity and engagement. The school employs a unique butterfly model for planning, ensuring that learning is both enjoyable and relevant. In addition to the core curriculum, the school offers a variety of extracurricular activities and events, promoting a well-rounded educational experience.
Kingsthorpe Village Primary School is committed to community involvement and the celebration of student achievements. The school actively promotes British values and prioritises a supportive environment, ensuring that every child feels valued and included. For parents, the school provides comprehensive information through its website, including governance details, policies, and term dates.
Useful links
- Term Dates 2025 - 2026 (download)
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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
- 207
- Boys
- 110
- Girls
- 97
- FSM %
- 7.70
- Open date
- 2004-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-10-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Northamptonshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 207 | 110 | 97 | 210 | 7.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 210 | 111 | 99 | 210 | 9.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 200 | 103 | 97 | 210 | 7.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 200 | 103 | 97 | 210 | 7.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 205 | 109 | 96 | 210 | 6.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 234 | 120 | 114 | 240 | 8.50 |
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