Parklands Primary School
URN: 146283 • Northampton NN3 6DW
Overview
- Name
- Parklands Primary School
- URN
- 146283
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- PRESTON HEDGES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Carmilla Richards (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01604491769
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Spinney Hill Road, Northampton NN3 6DW
Summary
Parklands Primary School, located in Northampton, is a mixed academy with a current enrolment of 410 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 420. The school is part of the Preston Hedges Trust and operates under a guiding philosophy of "Fun, Creativity, and Achievement." This ethos aims to create a safe and engaging environment where children can thrive academically and personally.
The curriculum at Parklands is designed to be innovative and stimulating, fostering creativity and inquisitiveness among learners. The dedicated staff, alongside the Governing Body and Trust Board, work collaboratively to ensure that every child receives high-quality teaching and support tailored to their individual needs. The school places a strong emphasis on forming partnerships with families and the wider community to enhance the educational experience.
With a relatively low percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (8%), Parklands Primary School is committed to providing an inclusive atmosphere that nurtures confident and capable learners. Parents can find more information about the school and its offerings on their official website.
The curriculum at Parklands is designed to be innovative and stimulating, fostering creativity and inquisitiveness among learners. The dedicated staff, alongside the Governing Body and Trust Board, work collaboratively to ensure that every child receives high-quality teaching and support tailored to their individual needs. The school places a strong emphasis on forming partnerships with families and the wider community to enhance the educational experience.
With a relatively low percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (8%), Parklands Primary School is committed to providing an inclusive atmosphere that nurtures confident and capable learners. Parents can find more information about the school and its offerings on their official website.
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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
- PRESTON HEDGES TRUST
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 410
- Boys
- 190
- Girls
- 220
- FSM %
- 8.00
- Open date
- 2018-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-01-18
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 410 | 190 | 220 | 420 | 8.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 413 | 204 | 209 | 420 | 7.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 411 | 194 | 217 | 420 | 8.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 411 | 194 | 217 | 420 | 8.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 397 | 198 | 199 | 420 | 8.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 404 | 187 | 217 | 420 | 7.40 |
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