Sunnyside Primary Academy
Northampton, NN2 8QS · West Northamptonshire · primary school
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123rd 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 3,348 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.8/10 among them, against 2.4/10 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 | 53.0 · 24 | 62% | 1.48 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 38% | 0.92 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Sunnyside Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 53.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 2.0% 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 1.8 out of 10 among them, against 2.4 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 364 pupils against a stated capacity of 390. 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
With results below the national median, how does the school support pupils who are not meeting expected standards in maths? How does the school engage parents in monitoring progress during the year?
What Ofsted said about Sunnyside Primary Academy
Overview
Sunnyside Primary Academy fosters a secure environment where pupils feel valued and behave well, supported by strong staff relationships. While early years provision, reading, and behaviour are rated Good, the quality of education requires improvement due to inconsistencies in curriculum implementation and assessment. The school is actively addressing these weaknesses under stable leadership.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from an encouraging ethos where they feel secure and behave well, contributing to a "calm and purposeful atmosphere".
- Early years provision provides "firm foundations" for future learning, with children developing positive attitudes and following clear routines.
- Reading is a clear priority; improvements in phonics teaching ensure pupils learn to read well, supported by a daily love of reading.
- Attendance has improved significantly due to robust systems and close work with families, ensuring pupils do not miss essential learning.
- Staff feel valued and supported, with the school considering their workload and well-being during recent changes.
Areas to improve
- The school must refine how it checks the implementation of the new curriculum to identify swiftly where staff need extra training or support.
- Assessment checks are sometimes not thorough enough or used consistently to adapt teaching, hindering pupils from addressing misconceptions or gaps in knowledge.
- Curriculum adaptations for pupils with SEND and those learning English as an additional language do not always meet their needs precisely enough.
- Pupils’ understanding of fundamental British values, equalities, and discrimination lacks the necessary depth to recognise disrespect.
Safeguarding
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 | 58% |
| 2023/24 | 55% |
| 2024/25 | 53% |
| 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
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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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