Milton Parochial Primary School
Northampton, NN7 3AT · West Northamptonshire · primary school
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129th 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 — 0.1/10 against 4,199 of them, against 0.6/10 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 | 29.0 · 2 | 40% | 0.10 |
| 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.
Milton Parochial Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 29.0% 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%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (0.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.6 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Basketball, Gymnastics, Football and Dodgeball clubs, or take Musical Instrument Tuition.
Getting in
The published school roll is 38 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 progress from the expected standard to the higher standard? What specific strategies are used to address the gap between current results and national medians? How does the small class size impact individual learning plans?
What Ofsted said about Milton Parochial Primary School
Overview
Milton Parochial Primary School is described as a ‘loving community’ where leaders deliver an ‘ambitious curriculum’ and maintain high expectations. Pupils behave well, feel safe, and achieve well across subjects, supported by skilled staff who ensure no-one is left behind. The school fosters strong relationships and a calm atmosphere, with parents generally reporting that their children are happy and progressing well.
Strengths
- Leaders have designed an ‘ambitious curriculum’ with effective checks to help pupils ‘know more and remember more’.
- Reading is a ‘top priority’, with a programme meeting the needs of all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Mathematical understanding builds in ‘small steps’, with knowledgeable teachers providing timely support when work gets ‘tricky’.
- Pupils’ personal development is central, with opportunities for extra-curricular clubs and learning about respect and perseverance.
- Staff feel valued, with leaders considering workload and well-being, and trust officers supporting professional development.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure parents feel ‘fully involved and informed’ about their child’s education, addressing concerns about timely responses and communication.
- Leaders should ensure all pupils have an ‘age-appropriate depth of understanding’ of key British values, as current understanding is underdeveloped.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a ‘strong safeguarding culture’ where staff receive regular training and leaders show ‘determination’ in working with outside agencies to help pupils and families.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 58% |
| 2023/24 | 70% |
| 2024/25 | 29% |
| 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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