Woodford Halse Church of England Primary Academy

URN: 141073 • Daventry NN11 3RQ

Overview

Name
Woodford Halse Church of England Primary Academy
URN
141073
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
INNOVATE MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Alison Crockford (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01327265900
Website
Visit
Address
High Street, Daventry NN11 3RQ

Summary

Woodford Halse Church of England Primary Academy is a mixed primary school located in Daventry, West Northamptonshire, catering to approximately 230 pupils from nursery through to Year 6. The school operates as an academy converter and emphasizes individual year-group teaching rather than combined classes. It prides itself on a rich history of over 150 years and a strong commitment to its values of being Ready, Resilient, Respectful, and Reflective, which underpin its educational ethos.

The school offers a unique curriculum known as the "Woodford Way," designed to inspire and challenge students while ensuring they are well-prepared for future academic and life skills. Woodford Halse is noted for its extensive outdoor facilities, including a swimming pool and a dedicated forest area for forest school activities, which enhance the learning experience.

Community involvement is a key aspect of the school, fostering a caring and nurturing environment where parents and staff collaborate closely. The recent Ofsted inspection in October 2024 rated the school as 'Good,' highlighting its ambitious curriculum and strong community feel, reflecting the commitment to continuous improvement and student well-being.

Key details

LA
West Northamptonshire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
INNOVATE MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
399
Pupils
230
Boys
113
Girls
117
FSM %
22.50
Open date
2014-07-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-11-13
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Northamptonshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 230 113 117 399 22.50
2024-09-11 265 133 132 399 27.10
2023-09-11 288 147 141 399 24.20
2022-09-11 288 147 141 399 24.20
2021-09-11 282 143 139 399 23.90
2020-09-11 268 138 130 399 18.40

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