Lings Primary School
URN: 138955 • Northampton NN3 8NN
Overview
- Name
- Lings Primary School
- URN
- 138955
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- NORTHAMPTON PRIMARY ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 52.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Karen Rolf (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01604410369
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hayeswood Road, Northampton NN3 8NN
Summary
Lings Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Northampton, West Northamptonshire, with a current enrolment of 413 pupils and a capacity of 450. The school prides itself on its core values of Ambition, Resilience, and Responsibility, fostering a supportive environment where every child is encouraged to thrive. Led by Headteacher Karen Rolf, Lings aims to be the heart of the community, placing students at the centre of its educational approach.
The curriculum at Lings is designed to be broad and rigorous, providing students with diverse learning experiences both inside and outside the classroom. The school emphasizes academic excellence through a carefully planned and evidence-based curriculum, ensuring that children develop a deep understanding of various subjects. Additionally, Lings collaborates with local and national partners, including the University of Northampton and The Royal Shakespeare Company, to enhance educational opportunities.
Lings Primary School is committed to the well-being and safety of its pupils, with dedicated staff available to support families. The school encourages strong partnerships with parents and carers to achieve the best outcomes for each child, fostering a community where all individuals are valued and respected.
The curriculum at Lings is designed to be broad and rigorous, providing students with diverse learning experiences both inside and outside the classroom. The school emphasizes academic excellence through a carefully planned and evidence-based curriculum, ensuring that children develop a deep understanding of various subjects. Additionally, Lings collaborates with local and national partners, including the University of Northampton and The Royal Shakespeare Company, to enhance educational opportunities.
Lings Primary School is committed to the well-being and safety of its pupils, with dedicated staff available to support families. The school encourages strong partnerships with parents and carers to achieve the best outcomes for each child, fostering a community where all individuals are valued and respected.
Useful links
- Accessibility Statement (other)
- Funding Agreement (other)
- Pupil Premium Application (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- West Northamptonshire
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- NORTHAMPTON PRIMARY ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 450
- Pupils
- 413
- Boys
- 210
- Girls
- 203
- FSM %
- 30.40
- Open date
- 2012-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-03-29
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Northamptonshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 413 | 210 | 203 | 450 | 30.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 410 | 206 | 204 | 450 | 31.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 407 | 221 | 186 | 450 | 30.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 407 | 221 | 186 | 450 | 30.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 401 | 218 | 183 | 210 | 28.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 372 | 190 | 182 | 210 | 21.10 |
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