Walgrave Primary School
Northampton, NN6 9PH · West Northamptonshire · primary school
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36th 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 4,236 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.5/10 among them, against 6.2/10 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 | 74.0 · 76 | 62% | 4.65 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 38% | 1.54 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Walgrave Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 74.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 5.0%, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.5 out of 10 among them, against 6.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Musical Theatre, Band, Gymnastics, Basketball, Football, and both breakfast and after-school clubs.
Getting in
The published school roll is 149 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 specific activities are included in the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about Walgrave Primary School
Overview
Walgrave Primary School is a place where pupils are encouraged to be responsible, respectful, and happy, with strong outcomes in statutory assessments. The school promotes an ambitious curriculum and positive personal development, though it is currently navigating significant leadership changes that have caused some parental uncertainty.
Strengths
- Reading is a central priority, with staff well-trained in phonics and pupils showing high engagement and confidence.
- The curriculum is ambitious and logically structured, helping pupils connect ideas across subjects and use ambitious vocabulary effectively.
- Pupils demonstrate positive attitudes, good behaviour, and strong personal development, including active participation in citizenship and mental well-being initiatives.
- Staff feel supported and valued, with a strong culture of mutual support within the school federation.
Areas to improve
- The intended learning for Reception-age children in mixed-age classes is not always clearly defined, leading to activities and vocabulary that do not fully support their learning.
- Teaching sometimes fails to provide activities or questions that deepen pupils’ knowledge, resulting in some pupils forgetting what they have been taught.
- The school needs to communicate changes and its work more effectively to parents to address concerns about continuity during the leadership transition.
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 | 77% |
| 2023/24 | 85% |
| 2024/25 | 74% |
| 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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