Corby Technical School
Corby, NN17 1TD · North Northamptonshire · secondary school
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11th of 19 secondary schools in North Northamptonshire we can score, 21 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 5.1/10 against 867 of them, against 4.5/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 42.7 · 44 | 46% | 2.03 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | -0.07 · 45 | 38% | 1.73 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 46.0 · 50 | 15% | 0.77 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Corby Technical School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 42.6% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 45.8, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was -0.07 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did slightly worse than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the CCF Royal Anglian and the Duke of Edinburgh.
Getting in
The published school roll is 952 pupils against a stated capacity of 900. 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 whose Progress 8 score is below 0? How do you balance the academic curriculum with activities like CCF?
What Ofsted said about Corby Technical School
Overview
Corby Technical School is described as a “welcoming, inclusive school” where teachers develop strong relationships with pupils. The report highlights an “aspirational culture” with high expectations for behaviour and attendance, noting that pupils feel safe and are well prepared for future employment or education.
Strengths
- The school has designed an “ambitious curriculum” with explicit links between skills and potential careers, ensuring pupils are “well prepared for the next steps”.
- Staff provide effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), using “pupil passports” to communicate needs clearly.
- Personal development is a “real strength”, with pupils learning about consent, online safety, and healthy relationships, alongside a “comprehensive careers provision”.
- Sixth-form students receive “personalised academic and pastoral support” and embrace leadership opportunities, with many progressing to “aspirational destinations”.
- Staff are supported by leaders who strive to “reduce workload and support their well-being”, fostering a united team culture.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must ensure they “routinely check for pupils’ understanding” and provide effective feedback to help pupils learn new knowledge consistently.
- The school should ensure lesson tasks “engage and support pupils to commit to their learning” to prevent passivity and ensure effective study.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 46.5 |
| 2024/25 | 45.8 |
| 2025/26 | 46.0 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 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
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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