The Duston School
URN: 138214 • Northampton NN5 6XA
Overview
- Name
- The Duston School
- URN
- 138214
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- All-through
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- LUMINARA EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 67.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Samuel Strickland (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01604460004
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Berrywood Road, Northampton NN5 6XA
Summary
The Duston School is an all-through academy located in Northampton, serving a mixed-gender population of approximately 2,018 students, with a capacity of 1,830. The school is part of The Luminara Educational Trust and offers education from primary through to Sixth Form. The ethos of the school is centered around the belief that "Knowledge itself is power," aiming to inspire students to dream, believe, and achieve their full potential.
The curriculum at The Duston School is designed to provide students with both academic qualifications and essential life skills, preparing them for higher education, employment, or apprenticeships. The school emphasizes character education, resilience, and moral development, ensuring that students are equipped to contribute positively to society. A strong focus is placed on the role of tutors, who meet with students daily to provide support and guidance.
The school boasts outstanding facilities, including extensive sports grounds and a swimming pool, fostering a vibrant learning environment. With a commitment to nurturing well-rounded individuals, The Duston School promotes social, moral, spiritual, and cultural development, alongside a recognition of Fundamental British Values.
The curriculum at The Duston School is designed to provide students with both academic qualifications and essential life skills, preparing them for higher education, employment, or apprenticeships. The school emphasizes character education, resilience, and moral development, ensuring that students are equipped to contribute positively to society. A strong focus is placed on the role of tutors, who meet with students daily to provide support and guidance.
The school boasts outstanding facilities, including extensive sports grounds and a swimming pool, fostering a vibrant learning environment. With a commitment to nurturing well-rounded individuals, The Duston School promotes social, moral, spiritual, and cultural development, alongside a recognition of Fundamental British Values.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Governance Documents (governance)
- Secondary School Calendar (calendar)
- News & Events (calendar)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Previous Events (calendar)
- Upcoming Events (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- Wootton Park School (77.6)
- Caroline Chisholm School (71.4)
- Northampton International Academy (29.5)
Key details
- LA
- West Northamptonshire
- Age range
- 4 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- LUMINARA EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 1830
- Pupils
- 2018
- Boys
- 1055
- Girls
- 963
- FSM %
- 16.50
- Open date
- 2012-06-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-06-25
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Northamptonshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 2018 | 1055 | 963 | 1830 | 16.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1982 | 1013 | 969 | 1830 | 16.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1899 | 929 | 970 | 1830 | 12.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1899 | 929 | 970 | 1830 | 12.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1846 | 893 | 953 | 1830 | 11.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1745 | 829 | 916 | 1830 | 9.90 |
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