Hartwell Primary School
Northampton, NN7 2HL · West Northamptonshire · primary school
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10th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 9.9/10 against 2,499 of them, against 9.9/10 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 | 96.0 · 99 | 40% | 3.97 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 33.0 · 99 | 25% | 2.47 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Hartwell Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 96.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 33.0% 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 (9.9 out of 10 either way). Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2022.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Craft, Choir, Homework, Board games, Coding, Drawing, and Book club groups. Sports include Football, Archery, Dodgeball, Cheerleading, HotShots Basketball, and Hockey. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 200 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 school support pupils who do not reach the higher standard? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How has the teaching approach changed since the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Hartwell Primary School
Overview
Hartwell Primary School is described as a "warm and welcoming village school" where pupils are "friendly, courteous and respectful." The inspection found that leaders have high expectations, particularly regarding reading, and that pupils feel happy and safe in their surroundings.
Strengths
- Reading is a clear priority; staff teach phonics well, and pupils "soon learn to read fluently" with strong comprehension skills.
- The curriculum is "detailed and organised in a logical way," with subject leaders ensuring clear progression, such as the introduction of 'The Hartwell Scientist' in science.
- Pupils express themselves "confidently and clearly" due to staff efforts to build a wide vocabulary across all lessons.
- Children in the early years get off to a "good start," with activities like 'spot challenges' reinforcing learning of letter sounds and numbers.
- Staff workload is managed effectively, with appreciation for the support provided by the school’s lead for adult mental health.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, leaders have not identified the most important knowledge for pupils to recall, meaning teachers do not "precisely link what pupils are learning now to the things they have learned in previous years."
- Pupils lack sufficient knowledge of British values and protected characteristics, meaning they are "not as prepared for life in modern Britain as they need to be."
- Some parents feel the school needs to communicate with them "more often and in good time."
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective," with thorough recruitment procedures, up-to-date staff training, and pupils knowing how to keep themselves safe online.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 96% |
| 2023/24 | 92% |
| 2024/25 | 96% |
| 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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