Hawthorn Community Primary School
Kettering, NN15 7HT · North Northamptonshire · primary school
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32nd 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 — 5.3/10 against 3,494 of them, against 5.2/10 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 | 69.0 · 63 | 40% | 2.51 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Hawthorn Community Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 69.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 4.0% reached the higher standard, 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 (5.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.2 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in October 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Super Scientist Club, Art and Craft Club, Coding, Hawthorn Horrors, and Comic Club. Sports include Multi Skills, Tag Rugby, Athletics, Rock Steady, Netball, Football, and Hockey. Arts and music options are Dance and the Hawthorn Choir. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 312 pupils against a stated capacity of 315. 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 curriculum support pupils aiming for the higher standard in maths? What specific support is available for children who need extra help with reading?
What Ofsted said about Hawthorn Community Primary School
Overview
Hawthorn Community Primary School is described as a “welcoming and inclusive school” where “relationships are warm and trusting.” Pupils feel “happy and safe,” and parents are “overwhelmingly positive” about the provision. The school is part of the Pathfinder Schools multi-academy trust and received an overall effectiveness judgement of Good.
Strengths
- Staff maintain “high expectations” of pupils, resulting in rare instances of poor behaviour and a “busy and purposeful” classroom environment.
- There is a “positive culture of reading” with high-quality texts selected to illustrate diversity; pupils “love to read” and are taught phonics effectively from Reception.
- Leaders have an “accurate understanding” of strengths and priorities, underpinned by “strong leadership at all levels” and an “ambitious curriculum.”
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are “well supported,” following the same curriculum as their peers with effective help from additional adults.
- Pupils’ personal development is well promoted, with a strong emphasis on treating everyone “equally and with respect” and embracing British values.
Areas to improve
- Assessment practices are not fully developed; teachers do not always check for misconceptions or ensure pupils write “fluent and detailed written responses,” particularly in foundation subjects.
- The offer of extra-curricular clubs and activities lacks sufficient breadth, meaning many pupils miss out on developing interests and talents supportive of their wider well-being.
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 | 54% |
| 2023/24 | 60% |
| 2024/25 | 69% |
| 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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