Northampton School
URN: 149782 • Northampton NN3 7TR
Overview
- Name
- Northampton School
- URN
- 149782
- Type
- Free schools
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- THE NSB TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 43.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Matthew Edwards (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01604815815
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Thorpeville, Northampton NN3 7TR
Summary
Northampton School, located in Northampton, West Northamptonshire, is a mixed secondary free school with a current enrollment of 428 students, against a capacity of 1,140. The school is committed to providing a knowledge-rich and academically rigorous curriculum that is accessible to all students, regardless of their background or needs. Emphasising the importance of the English Baccalaureate, Northampton School aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for success in the modern world.
The curriculum is designed to be broad and balanced, fostering both academic achievement and personal development. It prioritises deep understanding over mere content coverage, encouraging students to engage with complex ideas and concepts. The school also values extracurricular activities, promoting a well-rounded educational experience that includes sporting, artistic, and academic pursuits.
Northampton School is part of the NSB Trust, which supports its governance and operational framework. The school is dedicated to continuous improvement and reflection on its curriculum, ensuring that it remains relevant and effective in preparing students for their future.
The curriculum is designed to be broad and balanced, fostering both academic achievement and personal development. It prioritises deep understanding over mere content coverage, encouraging students to engage with complex ideas and concepts. The school also values extracurricular activities, promoting a well-rounded educational experience that includes sporting, artistic, and academic pursuits.
Northampton School is part of the NSB Trust, which supports its governance and operational framework. The school is dedicated to continuous improvement and reflection on its curriculum, ensuring that it remains relevant and effective in preparing students for their future.
Useful links
- 25/09/09 14:26:0709 Sep 2025 Presentation Evening Year 7 Admissions 2026 For more information about the presentation evenings and Year 7 Admissions for 2026 please click on this link... Continue reading (sen)
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- News & Events (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Admissions Process and Supplementary Information Form for September 2026 entry (other)
- Determined Admissions Arrangements for September 2025 entry (other)
- Determined Admissions Arrangements for September 2026 entry (other)
- School Policies (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Northampton School for Boys (82.3)
- Northampton School for Girls (70.2)
- Northampton School for Girls (69.3)
- Northampton Academy (67.9)
- Moulton School and Science College (65.4)
Key details
- LA
- West Northamptonshire
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE NSB TRUST
- Capacity
- 1140
- Pupils
- 428
- Boys
- 214
- Girls
- 214
- FSM %
- 10.00
- Open date
- 2023-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Northamptonshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 428 | 214 | 214 | 1140 | 10.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 210 | 112 | 98 | 1170 | 8.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1200 |
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