Weston Favell Academy

URN: 136948 • Northampton NN3 3EZ

Overview

Name
Weston Favell Academy
URN
136948
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
GREENWOOD ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Todd Johnson (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01604402121
Website
Visit
Address
Booth Lane South, Northampton NN3 3EZ

Summary

Weston Favell Academy, located in Northampton and part of the Greenwood Academies Trust, serves a mixed-gender student body of 1,476 pupils, with a capacity of 1,525. The academy is committed to fostering an environment where students are encouraged to achieve their full potential, with a strong emphasis on high-quality teaching and learning. The leadership team prioritises removing barriers to success and instilling a culture of accountability among students.

The curriculum is designed to prepare students for their examinations through a comprehensive approach that builds knowledge and resilience over time. Staff members are dedicated to continuous professional development, ensuring that they can effectively support students in their educational journey. This commitment to improvement is reflected in the academy's ethos of collaboration and high expectations for both students and staff.

Weston Favell Academy also values community cohesion and aims to engage with families and local stakeholders. The academy encourages visits to experience its vibrant learning environment, where students are motivated to embrace opportunities and strive for excellence.

Key details

LA
West Northamptonshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
GREENWOOD ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
1525
Pupils
1476
Boys
784
Girls
692
FSM %
36.60
Open date
2012-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-03-13
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Northamptonshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1476 784 692 1525 36.60
2024-09-11 1494 803 691 1525 33.40
2023-09-11 1414 770 644 1525 28.50
2022-09-11 1414 770 644 1525 28.50
2021-09-11 1379 725 654 1525 26.00
2020-09-11 1335 709 626 1525 20.00

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