The Ferrers School

URN: 139988 • Rushden NN10 8LF

Overview

Name
The Ferrers School
URN
139988
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
MERIDIAN TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Angela Smith (since 2025) , Head Teacher
Telephone
01933313411
Website
Visit
Address
Queensway, Rushden NN10 8LF

Summary

The Ferrers School is a mixed secondary academy located in Rushden, North Northamptonshire, with a current enrolment of 940 students and a capacity of 1,100. The school is dedicated to providing a high-quality educational experience, placing a strong emphasis on individual achievement and learning. The ethos promotes excellence and inclusivity, ensuring that every student feels respected and valued within the school community.

The curriculum at The Ferrers is broad and balanced, designed to inspire creativity and ambition among students. The school encourages learning beyond the classroom through various enrichment activities, outdoor education, and community engagement. The PLEDGES programme further supports students in developing essential life skills such as leadership, resilience, and teamwork.

The Ferrers School operates a House system that fosters close relationships between students, tutors, and families, ensuring that individual progress is closely monitored. With a commitment to celebrating diversity, the school aims to create a supportive environment where all students can thrive and grow into confident, responsible individuals.

Key details

LA
North Northamptonshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
MERIDIAN TRUST
Capacity
1100
Pupils
940
Boys
472
Girls
468
FSM %
18.90
Open date
2013-08-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-07-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Northamptonshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 940 472 468 1100 18.90
2024-09-11 928 457 471 1100 18.80
2023-09-11 950 481 469 1100 15.70
2022-09-11 950 481 469 1100 15.70
2021-09-11 972 495 477 1100 13.70
2020-09-11 999 490 509 1100 11.30

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