Finedon Mulso Church of England Junior School
Wellingborough, NN9 5JT · North Northamptonshire · primary school
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48th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 4.1/10 against 2,441 of them, against 3.7/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 50.0 · 19 | 40% | 0.76 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Finedon Mulso Church of England Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 50.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 10.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (4.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.7 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023.
Getting in
The published school roll is 201 pupils against a stated capacity of 190. 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 are below the expected standard in maths? How does the curriculum adapt for the 10.0% of pupils who reach the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about Finedon Mulso Church of England Junior School
Overview
Finedon Mulso Church of England Junior School provides a “happy and caring environment” where pupils display “positive attitudes” and feel welcome. The inspection found that leaders have planned “ambitious curriculums” with clear knowledge goals, resulting in pupils who are “calm and orderly” and demonstrate strong understanding through effective teaching practices.
Strengths
- Teachers use questioning to check recall and support pupils with gaps, helping them “deepen their understanding” and remember previous learning.
- There is a strong emphasis on language, with pupils taught correct vocabulary to “express themselves clearly” and discuss ideas confidently.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities “achieve well” due to effective support from leaders and teachers.
- Reading is prioritised, with a phonics programme helping struggling pupils catch up and daily reading time improving fluency.
- The school offers a “wide range of extra-curricular opportunities,” including clubs, trips, and performances, fostering personal development.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure regular attendance, as a “significant minority of disadvantaged pupils are absent from school too often.”
- In some foundation subjects, leaders have not planned sufficiently how to check if pupils remember key knowledge, meaning teachers lack information to adapt plans.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective,” noting that staff receive regular training, know their roles, and follow up concerns quickly while keeping detailed records.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 64% |
| 2023/24 | 48% |
| 2024/25 | 50% |
| 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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