Boughton Primary School
Northampton, NN2 8RG · West Northamptonshire · primary school
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87th of 138 primary schools in West Northamptonshire we can score, 147 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 2,280 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.4/10 among them, against 3.3/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 57.0 · 32 | 40% | 1.29 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Boughton Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 57.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 4.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in February 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.4 out of 10 among them, against 3.3 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 199 pupils against a stated capacity of 196. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
What support is available for pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while addressing the gap in higher standard attainment?
What Ofsted said about Boughton Primary School
Overview
Boughton Primary School continues to be a good school, offering a caring environment where pupils feel known as individuals and respected. Leaders have created an effective learning environment with high expectations, ensuring pupils develop resilience, complex vocabulary, and confidence in subjects like mathematics.
Strengths
- Pupils are proud of the school’s ‘family feel’ and appreciate that adults ‘take in what we say and follow it up’.
- Leaders provide detailed guidance on key concepts, helping pupils ‘know and remember more over time’ across many subjects.
- Teachers in mathematics follow an ‘ambitious and well-sequenced curriculum’, quickly identifying and addressing misconceptions.
- Children in the early years make a ‘secure start’ with warm relationships and a focus on language development.
- Staff and trustees work collaboratively to manage workload and streamline procedures, fostering a ‘strong team ethos’.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure pupils struggling with reading receive ‘precise support’ to catch up quickly and become ‘confident, fluent readers’.
- Senior leaders must ensure all subject leaders have the necessary skills and expertise to check curriculum implementation and support teachers effectively.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders putting pupils’ welfare first and ensuring robust records and thorough recruitment processes.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 79% |
| 2023/24 | 64% |
| 2024/25 | 57% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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