Southfield School for Girls
Kettering, NN15 6HE · North Northamptonshire · secondary school
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8th of 19 secondary schools in North Northamptonshire we can score, 21 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 876 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.2/10 among them, against 4.8/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.84 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 48.5 · 59 | 30% | 1.77 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | -0.23 · 32 | 25% | 0.81 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 46.7 · 54 | 10% | 0.54 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Southfield School for Girls overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 46.4% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 46.8, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was -0.23 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did worse than nationally similar peers. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.8 out of 10 among them, against 4.7 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join skiing, global adventure, climbing, and dance clubs, and there is an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,111 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,123. 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 improve their progress scores? What specific activities are included in the 2025-26 trips? How does the after-school club operate for girls with late finishes?
What Ofsted said about Southfield School for Girls
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils attend in a "safe, focused environment" with "positive relationships" with staff. Leaders have designed a curriculum that prioritises reading, academic progress, and character development, resulting in "exceptional" personal development and "very strong" sixth-form provision. While the overall effectiveness is rated Good, the school is noted for pushing pupils out of their "comfort zone" to build resilience and confidence.
Strengths
- Personal development is "exceptional," with every pupil participating in weekly enrichment activities that foster qualities needed to "flourish in life."
- Sixth-form provision is "Outstanding," with students benefiting from "clear, effective feedback" and strong preparation for future study or work.
- Teachers possess "strong subject knowledge," particularly in the sixth form, and use assessments to refine the curriculum so learning builds on "secure foundations."
- Safeguarding arrangements are "effective," with a strong culture where staff take "timely action" and pupils learn to keep themselves safe, including online.
- Leaders have a "clear, ambitious vision" and prioritise staff well-being and professional development.
Areas to improve
- Provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is not yet consistently effective; leaders must ensure staff identify needs and provide consistent support.
- Teachers do not always give "quality or timely feedback" in younger years, meaning pupils may repeat errors or miss opportunities to deepen their understanding.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective," noting a strong culture where staff are well-trained and work closely with external agencies to support pupils.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 46.2 |
| 2024/25 | 46.8 |
| 2025/26 | 46.7 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 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
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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