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
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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.

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

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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