Simon de Senlis Primary School
Northampton, NN4 0PH · West Northamptonshire · primary school
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16th 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 3,942 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.8/10 among them, against 6.8/10 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 40% | 2.28 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 16.0 · 85 | 25% | 2.13 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Simon de Senlis Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 16.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in May 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.8 out of 10 among them, against 6.8 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join a breakfast club and an after-school club. Music provision includes violin, guitar, drums, woodwind, brass, and keyboard.
Getting in
The published school roll is 434 pupils against a stated capacity of 440. 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 to the higher standard in core subjects? What specific activities are available in the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about Simon de Senlis Primary School
Overview
Simon de Senlis Primary School is described as having an “exceptional ethos of deep care and high ambition” where every pupil knows they matter. The report highlights that the quality of education is “exceptionally strong,” with pupils loving the school and feeling safe within a community that values respect and personal development.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “informed by research” with a “crystal clear” order of learning, ensuring crucial knowledge is recapped systematically.
- Staff possess “strong subject knowledge” and expertly question pupils to check understanding, encouraging them to apply knowledge to new situations.
- There is a “relentless determination” to secure success for disadvantaged pupils, those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), and those speaking English as an additional language.
- A bespoke reading programme ensures pupils explore diverse texts, with frequent checks allowing staff to provide quick support where needed.
- Pupils’ behaviour is “exemplary,” with high attendance rates and a strong sense of community where older pupils act as responsible role models.
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 | 70% |
| 2023/24 | 72% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| 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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