Thorplands Primary School

URN: 139424 • Northampton NN3 8AQ

Overview

Name
Thorplands Primary School
URN
139424
Type
Academy sponsor led
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
50.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Samantha Mawer (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01604493384
Website
Visit
Address
Farm Field Court, Northampton NN3 8AQ

Summary

Thorplands Primary School, located in Northampton and part of the Northampton Primary Academy Trust, serves a mixed-gender population of 224 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 210. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, where personal development is prioritised, as highlighted by its positive Ofsted report from 2017. The school’s ethos is built around five core values: Respect, Responsibility, Curiosity, Perseverance, and Courage, which are integrated into the curriculum to prepare students for future challenges.

The curriculum at Thorplands is designed to be rich and varied, offering numerous opportunities for independent learning and engagement. Students benefit from a wide range of extracurricular activities, including partnerships with the Royal Shakespeare Company and local music and sports organisations. The school also features a unique 'secret garden' for outdoor learning experiences, enhancing the educational journey.

Parental feedback indicates a high level of satisfaction, with 100% of parents feeling their children are safe and well cared for. The school actively collaborates with families to ensure that children receive the best possible education and support, fostering a strong sense of community within the school.

Key details

LA
West Northamptonshire
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
NORTHAMPTON PRIMARY ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
210
Pupils
224
Boys
107
Girls
117
FSM %
43.60
Open date
2013-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-03-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Northamptonshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 224 107 117 210 43.60
2024-09-11 238 114 124 210 40.30
2023-09-11 225 111 114 210 41.50
2022-09-11 225 111 114 210 41.50
2021-09-11 238 120 118 210 35.70
2020-09-11 249 128 121 210 25.30

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