Queen Eleanor Primary Academy
Northampton, NN4 8NN · West Northamptonshire · primary school
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68th 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 — 4.2/10 against 3,623 of them, against 4.4/10 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 | 66.0 · 54 | 40% | 2.16 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Queen Eleanor Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 66.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 3.0% of pupils, 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 (4.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.4 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Young Voices club, and the school offers swimming and Bikeability.
Getting in
The published school roll is 223 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 who are working towards the higher standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child in the Young Voices club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Queen Eleanor Primary Academy
Overview
Queen Eleanor Primary Academy continues to be a good school, providing an inclusive environment where pupils are happy and feel welcome. Leaders maintain high aspirations for all pupils, fostering a calm and purposeful learning atmosphere where behaviour is generally excellent. The school places strong emphasis on reading, mathematics, and pupils’ well-being, ensuring children are well-prepared for life in modern Britain.
Strengths
- Pupils are enthusiastic learners who rapidly develop their vocabulary and are confident in solving mathematical problems.
- Reading is a clear priority, with teachers carefully explaining complex language and providing a diverse range of books to build a love of reading.
- Staff provide sensitive support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), helping them learn alongside peers.
- Children in the early years make a strong start, settling quickly into routines and engaging in purposeful activities.
- Leaders prioritise mental health and physical well-being, ensuring pupils have a clear understanding of right and wrong and relationships education.
Areas to improve
- New subject leaders need further development in checking curriculum implementation and providing clear guidance to teachers on improving teaching in some subjects.
- Teachers must better adapt learning to meet the precise needs of pupils with SEND, as some currently do not access learning as well as they should or make expected progress.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with robust records, thorough recruitment processes, and staff who are trained to pass on concerns and work tenaciously with external organisations to secure help for pupils and families.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 59% |
| 2024/25 | 66% |
| 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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