Best 3 Primary schools in Northamptonshire – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of primary schools: Simon de Senlis Primary School (Primary) in Northampton; Kings Heath Primary Academy (Primary) in Northampton; Yardley Hastings Primary School (Primary) in Northampton — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Simon de Senlis Primary School, Kings Heath Primary Academy and Yardley Hastings Primary School. They are primary phase and academy converter, academy sponsor led and community school type located around Northampton, Northamptonshire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Simon de Senlis Primary School), published May 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Simon de Senlis Primary School (May 2024). average roll around ≈ 300, combined total ≈ 950, typical FSM 10–15%, range 0–5%–25–30%; spread across trusts such as Northampton Primary Academy Trust and The David Ross Education Trust.

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Attribute	Simon de Senlis Primary School NN4 0PH	Kings Heath Primary Academy NN5 7LN	Yardley Hastings Primary School NN7 1EL
Phase / Type	Primary • Academy converter	Primary • Academy sponsor led	Primary • Community school
Location	Northampton Northamptonshire NN4 0PH	Northampton Northamptonshire NN5 7LN	Northampton Northamptonshire NN7 1EL
Latest Ofsted	1 7 May 2024	1 24 Mar 2024	1 11 Dec 2023
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 450 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 350 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	25–30% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	0–5% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	431	446	120
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Northampton Primary Academy Trust	The David Ross Education Trust	West Northamptonshire (941)
Website	www.simondesenlis.org	www.kingsheathacademy.co.uk	—
Telephone	01604661011	01604751165	01604696268
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Simon de Senlis Primary School

NN4 0PH

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Northampton
Northamptonshire
NN4 0PH
Ofsted: 1 7 May 2024
Pupils: ≈ 450 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Northampton Primary Academy Trust
Website: www.simondesenlis.org
Telephone: 01604661011

Kings Heath Primary Academy

NN5 7LN

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy sponsor led
Location: Northampton
Northamptonshire
NN5 7LN
Ofsted: 1 24 Mar 2024
Pupils: ≈ 350 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 25–30% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: The David Ross Education Trust
Website: www.kingsheathacademy.co.uk
Telephone: 01604751165

Yardley Hastings Primary School

NN7 1EL

Phase / Type: Primary • Community school
Location: Northampton
Northamptonshire
NN7 1EL
Ofsted: 1 11 Dec 2023
Pupils: ≈ 100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 0–5% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: West Northamptonshire (941)
Website: —
Telephone: 01604696268

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.