The Spires Academy
URN: 142926 • Northampton NN1 2NE
Overview
- Name
- The Spires Academy
- URN
- 142926
- Type
- Free schools alternative provision
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Serious Weaknesses
- Ranking score
- 28.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- David Bishop (since 2025)
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- 59-77 Sheep Street, Northampton NN1 2NE
Summary
The Spires Academy, located in Northampton, is a free school alternative provision catering to children aged 5 to 11 who face social, emotional, and behavioural challenges that prevent them from thriving in mainstream education. With a current enrolment of 79 pupils and a capacity of 100, the academy focuses on creating a nurturing environment that fosters confidence and personal growth, enabling students to overcome barriers to learning.
The curriculum at The Spires Academy is tailored to meet the individual needs of each child, supported by a dedicated team of professionals. The school promotes key life skills and a personalised approach to education, ensuring that all students can achieve their potential. The school day runs from 8:45 am to 2:30 pm, with a slightly shorter Wednesday schedule.
As part of the Tove Learning Trust, The Spires Academy is committed to providing high-quality education and support within the Northamptonshire community. The academy prioritises safeguarding and has a robust support system in place, including designated safeguarding leads and mental health first aiders, to ensure the well-being of all students.
The curriculum at The Spires Academy is tailored to meet the individual needs of each child, supported by a dedicated team of professionals. The school promotes key life skills and a personalised approach to education, ensuring that all students can achieve their potential. The school day runs from 8:45 am to 2:30 pm, with a slightly shorter Wednesday schedule.
As part of the Tove Learning Trust, The Spires Academy is committed to providing high-quality education and support within the Northamptonshire community. The academy prioritises safeguarding and has a robust support system in place, including designated safeguarding leads and mental health first aiders, to ensure the well-being of all students.
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Nearby alternatives
- Northgate School Academy Trust (69.9)
- Fairfields School (68.1)
- St Peter's Independent School (62.7)
- Billing Brook Special School (62.0)
- The Gateway School (61.3)
Key details
- LA
- West Northamptonshire
- Age range
- 4 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 100
- Pupils
- 79
- Boys
- 72
- Girls
- 7
- FSM %
- 34.20
- Open date
- 2017-05-08
- Close date
- 2024-01-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-10-21
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Northamptonshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 79 | 72 | 7 | 100 | 34.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 79 | 72 | 7 | 100 | 34.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 40 | 36 | 4 | 100 | 62.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 40 | 36 | 4 | 100 | 62.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 50 | 47 | 3 | 64 | 50.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 44 | 41 | 3 | 45 | 43.20 |
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