St James Church of England Primary School
URN: 141724 • Northampton NN5 7AG
Overview
- Name
- St James Church of England Primary School
- URN
- 141724
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- PETERBOROUGH DIOCESE EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sarah Beach (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01604751475
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Harlestone Road, Northampton NN5 7AG
Summary
St James Church of England Primary School, located in Northampton, is an inclusive academy with a strong Christian ethos, part of the Peterborough Diocese Education Trust. The school serves a diverse community, welcoming families from various backgrounds, which enriches the educational experience for its 445 pupils. With a capacity of 450, St James prioritises inclusivity and offers specialist provisions for children facing social and emotional challenges, aiming to support their successful reintegration into mainstream education.
The school boasts a range of facilities, including 14 classrooms, a purpose-built nursery, and extensive outdoor spaces designed for learning and play. This includes a large playing field, sports pitches, and a Multi Use Games Area, promoting physical activity and outdoor learning opportunities. Additionally, St James has a dedicated Child and Family Support team that addresses wellbeing and safeguarding issues, ensuring that all students receive the necessary support.
St James Church of England Primary School is committed to fostering a nurturing environment where children can flourish academically and personally, reflecting its core values of inclusion and community support.
The school boasts a range of facilities, including 14 classrooms, a purpose-built nursery, and extensive outdoor spaces designed for learning and play. This includes a large playing field, sports pitches, and a Multi Use Games Area, promoting physical activity and outdoor learning opportunities. Additionally, St James has a dedicated Child and Family Support team that addresses wellbeing and safeguarding issues, ensuring that all students receive the necessary support.
St James Church of England Primary School is committed to fostering a nurturing environment where children can flourish academically and personally, reflecting its core values of inclusion and community support.
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Key details
- LA
- West Northamptonshire
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- PETERBOROUGH DIOCESE EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 450
- Pupils
- 445
- Boys
- 235
- Girls
- 210
- FSM %
- 24.10
- Open date
- 2015-02-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-10-06
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Northamptonshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 445 | 235 | 210 | 450 | 24.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 446 | 229 | 217 | 450 | 24.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 442 | 240 | 202 | 450 | 26.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 442 | 240 | 202 | 450 | 26.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 432 | 229 | 203 | 480 | 24.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 448 | 243 | 205 | 480 | 21.20 |
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