Preston Hedges Primary School
Northampton, NN4 6BU · West Northamptonshire · primary school
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4th 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 2,118 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 8.7/10 among them, against 9.2/10 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 | 81.0 · 89 | 62% | 5.49 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 24.0 · 95 | 38% | 3.67 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Preston Hedges Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 81.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 24.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 8.7 out of 10 among them, against 9.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join karate, trampolining, and archery clubs.
Getting in
The published school roll is 418 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
How do the 24.0% achieving the higher standard support their transition to secondary school? What specific support is available for pupils who fall below the 81.0% expected standard?
What Ofsted said about Preston Hedges Primary School
Overview
Pupils at Preston Hedges Primary School are described as “happy and confident,” achieving very well against high expectations. The school provides an “ambitious and extremely well-thought-through curriculum” that exceeds national standards, supported by highly effective teaching and strong leadership.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “meticulously designed” so that pupils’ knowledge builds systematically on strong foundations laid in Reception.
- Teachers are “highly effective” at helping all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, to secure long-term memory of knowledge.
- There is a “sharp focus on pupils’ reading,” with a systematic approach that effectively informs writing, vocabulary, and spelling.
- Behaviour is “excellent,” with pupils exhibiting “particularly positive attitudes to learning” and calm, orderly conduct.
- The school has a “very ambitious approach to pupils’ wider development,” ensuring they are well prepared for life in modern Britain.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
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 | 75% |
| 2023/24 | 76% |
| 2024/25 | 81% |
| 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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