Corby Primary Academy
Corby, NN18 8QA · North Northamptonshire · primary school
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78th of 91 primary schools in North Northamptonshire we can score, 111 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 3,647 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.2/10 among them, against 2.8/10 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 | 60.0 · 39 | 62% | 2.40 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Corby Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 60.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.2 out of 10 among them, against 2.8 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 472 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 specific support is available for pupils who have not reached the expected standard? How are the breakfast and after-school clubs structured to support daily routines?
What Ofsted said about Corby Primary Academy
Overview
Corby Primary Academy is a welcoming school where pupils enjoy learning and demonstrate high attendance. The report highlights a clear curriculum that fosters respect, responsibility, and resilience, supported by staff who are praised for their secure subject knowledge and effective teaching structures.
Strengths
- Pupils are described as "friendly and welcoming," with parents appreciating the "clear communication" and supportive staff.
- The "ambitious curriculum" is sequenced effectively, integrating trips and experiences to enhance learning and build knowledge over time.
- Staff demonstrate "secure subject knowledge," presenting new learning clearly and ensuring pupils have "sufficient practice" to build confidence.
- The school provides "effective support for pupils with SEND," identifying needs swiftly and encouraging increasing independence.
- Reading is central to the curriculum, with pupils enjoying daily story time and typically becoming "fluent readers" through effective phonics teaching.
Areas to improve
- Checks on pupils’ learning vary in effectiveness; the school must ensure understanding is checked consistently and gaps are addressed timely.
- Staff should adapt curriculum delivery more swiftly when pupils are ready to move on, as current activities sometimes "limit pupils’ thinking and understanding."
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 72% |
| 2023/24 | 72% |
| 2024/25 | 60% |
| 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
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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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