Gretton Primary Academy
Corby, NN17 3DB · North Northamptonshire · primary school
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7th 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 — 8.7/10 against 3,288 of them, against 9.0/10 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 | 83.0 · 92 | 40% | 3.67 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 17.0 · 87 | 25% | 2.18 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Gretton Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 83.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 17.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (8.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.0 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2025.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Forest School, a breakfast club, and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 145 pupils against a stated capacity of 145. 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
How does the Forest School curriculum link to the core subjects? What specific activities take place during the breakfast and after-school clubs? How does the school support pupils who are working towards the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about Gretton Primary Academy
Overview
Gretton Primary Academy has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. Pupils thrive in a ‘warm and nurturing’ environment where they feel happy, safe, and eager to learn. The school maintains high expectations, resulting in strong published outcomes and a curriculum that carefully builds knowledge year-on-year.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from ‘caring relationships’ with staff and a ‘calm and orderly’ environment that supports their social and emotional well-being.
- Reading is a clear priority; expert staff teach phonics well, helping pupils become ‘confident and fluent readers’ who develop a love of books.
- The school has created an ‘ambitious curriculum’ with strong subject knowledge among teachers, who effectively check for and address misconceptions.
- Personal development is central to the offer, with a well-considered programme including the ‘50 B4 Year 7’ opportunities that nurture pupils’ interests and character.
- Attendance has improved due to ‘well-thought-out arrangements’ and effective collaboration with families and agencies to monitor welfare.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, staff do not always adapt the curriculum sufficiently for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), meaning some do not learn as well as they could.
- Some pupils lack a fully developed understanding of protected characteristics and fundamental British values due to gaps in the previous personal development programme that have not yet been addressed.
Safeguarding
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 | 84% |
| 2023/24 | 94% |
| 2024/25 | 83% |
| 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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