Rothwell Junior School

URN: 140073 • Kettering NN14 6ER

Overview

Name
Rothwell Junior School
URN
140073
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
PATHFINDER SCHOOLS
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
53.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Maria Barker (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01536906699
Website
Visit
Address
Gladstone Street, Kettering NN14 6ER

Summary

Rothwell Junior School, located in Kettering, North Northamptonshire, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 351 pupils, out of a capacity of 448. As part of the Pathfinder Schools Trust, the school is committed to providing high-quality educational experiences that foster respect, curiosity, independence, and aspiration among its students. The school’s vision emphasises the importance of creating a safe and supportive environment where every child can thrive academically and personally.

The curriculum at Rothwell Junior School is designed to engage students and promote their cognitive and social development. The school prioritises regular attendance, recognising its critical role in a child's educational journey. Rothwell Junior School aims to ensure that all children feel valued and respected, regardless of their background, and encourages them to take responsibility for their own behaviour while respecting others.

In addition to academic support, Rothwell Junior School places a strong emphasis on the wellbeing of its pupils, ensuring that they are cared for and happy. The school community is dedicated to nurturing each child's potential, providing a foundation for lifelong learning and success. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at www.rothwellschools.org.uk.

Key details

LA
North Northamptonshire
Age range
7 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
PATHFINDER SCHOOLS
Capacity
448
Pupils
351
Boys
179
Girls
172
FSM %
29.90
Open date
2013-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-01-23
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Northamptonshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 351 179 172 448 29.90
2024-09-11 352 187 165 448 29.00
2023-09-11 369 189 180 448 24.70
2022-09-11 369 189 180 448 24.70
2021-09-11 365 188 177 448 23.60
2020-09-11 382 194 188 448 20.90

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