Little Houghton Church of England Primary
Northampton, NN7 1AF · West Northamptonshire · primary school
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105th 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.
Narrow the comparison to the 4,305 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.0/10 among them, against 2.2/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 56.0 · 30 | 40% | 1.18 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Little Houghton Church of England Primary overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 56.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.0 out of 10 among them, against 2.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Basketball, Spanish, and Gardening clubs, attend lunch clubs, and participate in sports tournaments. Arts provision includes music lessons, the First Access project, and ocarina. Trips cover class visits, a residential visit, a Maths Enrichment Conference, and a Summer STEM festival. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 88 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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 to reach the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the residential visit? How are class sizes managed within the current capacity?
What Ofsted said about Little Houghton Church of England Primary
Overview
Little Houghton Church of England Primary continues to be a good school, described as a "warm and nurturing" environment with a "strong sense of community." The school’s Christian values underpin an ambitious curriculum where staff maintain high expectations for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Strengths
- Children get off to a "strong start in the early years," showing "high levels of independence" and enjoying learning through play in a well-resourced environment.
- The school has "prioritised early reading," with staff well trained in phonics; pupils quickly become "fluent and confident readers" supported by closely matched books.
- The history curriculum is of a "particularly high standard," with a clear scheme based on key drivers that helps pupils develop chronological understanding and vocabulary.
- Pupils are "polite and courteous," showing "sustained concentration and enthusiasm" in lessons, while staff provide effective support for managing feelings and emotions.
- Staff feel "well supported with both workload and well-being," and the governing body works closely with the school to fulfil its statutory duties.
Areas to improve
- Beyond phonics, the reading curriculum requires refinement to ensure learning "always builds on what pupils know" and clearly identifies what should be taught at each stage.
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 | 86% |
| 2023/24 | 75% |
| 2024/25 | 56% |
| 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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