Boughton Primary School
URN: 138760 • Northampton NN2 8RG
Overview
- Name
- Boughton Primary School
- URN
- 138760
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- BOUGHTON PRIMARY SCHOOL TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 63.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Mary James (since 2025) , Head Teacher
- Telephone
- 01604842322
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Moulton Lane, Northampton NN2 8RG
Summary
Boughton Primary School, located in Northampton, is a mixed academy converter with a capacity of 196 pupils and currently serves 195 students. Established in 1841, the school has a rich history and has been a standalone academy since 2012, consistently receiving a "Good" rating in its recent inspections. The school operates on a one-form entry system, with a maximum of 28 pupils per class, ensuring a supportive learning environment.
The school’s ethos, "Excellence through Effort and Enjoyment," is central to its approach, promoting values such as kindness, safety, and responsibility. These principles are reinforced through the school’s behaviour promise and a values education programme, which encourages students to embody core values like respect and compassion. The curriculum is designed to nurture each child's potential, with facilities that include outdoor learning areas and dedicated spaces for small group work.
Boughton Primary School values strong partnerships with parents and the community, fostering a collaborative atmosphere that supports student development. The school encourages parental involvement and provides regular updates through newsletters and its website, ensuring families are well-informed about school activities and events.
The school’s ethos, "Excellence through Effort and Enjoyment," is central to its approach, promoting values such as kindness, safety, and responsibility. These principles are reinforced through the school’s behaviour promise and a values education programme, which encourages students to embody core values like respect and compassion. The curriculum is designed to nurture each child's potential, with facilities that include outdoor learning areas and dedicated spaces for small group work.
Boughton Primary School values strong partnerships with parents and the community, fostering a collaborative atmosphere that supports student development. The school encourages parental involvement and provides regular updates through newsletters and its website, ensuring families are well-informed about school activities and events.
Useful links
- School Meal Orders (other)
- Boughton Primary School - An Academy (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- West Northamptonshire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- BOUGHTON PRIMARY SCHOOL TRUST
- Capacity
- 196
- Pupils
- 195
- Boys
- 99
- Girls
- 96
- FSM %
- 4.60
- Open date
- 2012-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-01-11
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Northamptonshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 195 | 99 | 96 | 196 | 4.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 197 | 100 | 97 | 196 | 2.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 185 | 101 | 84 | 196 | 0.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 185 | 101 | 84 | 196 | 0.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 192 | 107 | 85 | 196 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 194 | 103 | 91 | 140 | 0.50 |
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