Ashby Fields Primary School
URN: 145446 • Daventry NN11 0YP
Overview
- Name
- Ashby Fields Primary School
- URN
- 145446
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- INMAT
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 50.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rachel Edkins (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01327310068
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Wimborne Place, Daventry NN11 0YP
Summary
Ashby Fields Primary School is a mixed academy located in Daventry, West Northamptonshire, with a current enrolment of 395 pupils and a capacity of 420. The school is committed to nurturing, inspiring, and empowering students to reach their full potential. Its ethos is built around six core values: aspiration, curiosity, respect, responsibility, resilience, and creativity, which are integrated into classroom practices and assemblies throughout the academic year.
The school prioritises the well-being of both students and staff, recognising that a positive environment enhances learning. Initiatives such as structured routines, peer massage, and the presence of a school nurture dog contribute to a supportive atmosphere. For staff, well-being strategies include mental health support and appreciation events, fostering a collaborative and happy teaching environment.
Ashby Fields values strong partnerships with parents and carers, offering various communication channels and support services. Regular parent consultations, surveys, and involvement in lessons ensure that families feel connected to the school community. The school aims to equip children with the skills and knowledge necessary for secondary education and beyond, emphasising the importance of learning from mistakes as part of personal growth.
The school prioritises the well-being of both students and staff, recognising that a positive environment enhances learning. Initiatives such as structured routines, peer massage, and the presence of a school nurture dog contribute to a supportive atmosphere. For staff, well-being strategies include mental health support and appreciation events, fostering a collaborative and happy teaching environment.
Ashby Fields values strong partnerships with parents and carers, offering various communication channels and support services. Regular parent consultations, surveys, and involvement in lessons ensure that families feel connected to the school community. The school aims to equip children with the skills and knowledge necessary for secondary education and beyond, emphasising the importance of learning from mistakes as part of personal growth.
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Key details
- LA
- West Northamptonshire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- INMAT
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 395
- Boys
- 181
- Girls
- 214
- FSM %
- 15.40
- Open date
- 2018-02-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-06-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Northamptonshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 395 | 181 | 214 | 420 | 15.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 374 | 177 | 197 | 420 | 13.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 377 | 177 | 200 | 420 | 14.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 377 | 177 | 200 | 420 | 14.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 402 | 196 | 206 | 420 | 12.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 408 | 193 | 215 | 420 | 13.00 |
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