Loatlands Primary School
Kettering, NN14 2NJ · North Northamptonshire · primary school
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53rd 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.
Narrow the comparison to the 3,510 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.4/10 among them, against 3.0/10 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 | 55.0 · 27 | 41% | 1.12 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.76 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 26% | 0.90 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Loatlands Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 55.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 4.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.4 out of 10 among them, against 3.0 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Hotshots Basketball, Chess, Jam Coding, Netball, Crochet, and FDS Football clubs. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 446 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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
Since the last inspection was in 2022, what specific improvements have been made to raise attainment to the national median? How does the school support pupils who are not yet meeting the expected standard in core subjects?
What Ofsted said about Loatlands Primary School
Overview
Loatlands Primary School continues to be a good school where pupils enjoy attending and feel safe. The report highlights a positive culture built on respect and resilience, with staff maintaining high expectations for behaviour and learning. While the quality of education is generally good, inconsistencies remain in curriculum planning and implementation across certain subjects.
Strengths
- Pupils are well behaved, enthusiastic about learning, and treat each other with respect in a calm environment.
- Leaders have prioritised reading, ensuring early support for phonics and providing well-matched books in an inviting library.
- Teachers possess good subject knowledge, particularly in mathematics and history, where learning is well sequenced and builds on prior knowledge.
- The school promotes personal development effectively through a range of clubs and strong links with the local community.
- Staff feel well supported by leaders and appreciate the ‘team ethos’ within the school.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure the curriculum is consistently well planned and sequenced across all subjects, particularly computing and religious education.
- Adults need to consistently address pupils’ misconceptions effectively, including in phonics, and use assessment data to support future learning.
- Leaders should strengthen communication systems so that all parents receive important information about their children’s learning.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff knowing how to spot risks and leaders working well with other agencies when concerned.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 64% |
| 2023/24 | 61% |
| 2024/25 | 55% |
| 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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