Weston Favell CofE Primary School
Northampton, NN3 3HH · West Northamptonshire · primary school
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7th 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 — 8.2/10 against 3,647 of them, against 8.6/10 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 | 80.0 · 88 | 62% | 5.39 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 15.0 · 84 | 38% | 3.21 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Weston Favell CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 80.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A further 15.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (8.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join clubs for Kurling, Boccia, Volleyball, Dogeball, Hotshots, Yoga, Gymnastics, and Spanish. Music options include Recorder, Drums, Guitar, Piano, Keyboard, Strings, and the Rockstead Band. Tennis is available as a sport. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are provided.
Getting in
The published school roll is 446 pupils against a stated capacity of 460. 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 do the music and sports clubs fit into the daily timetable? What support is available for pupils who need extra help in maths?
What Ofsted said about Weston Favell CofE Primary School
Overview
Weston Favell CofE Primary School is described as a "happy and welcoming" environment where "pupils thrive" and demonstrate "excellent levels of respect and politeness." The inspection confirms that the school delivers an "engaging and ambitious curriculum" with "strong systems" for supporting all learners, resulting in high achievement and well-being.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "carefully sequenced" with identified "essential knowledge and vocabulary," allowing pupils to "make connections between their learning in different subjects."
- Staff possess "strong subject knowledge" and "check pupils’ understanding... often," ensuring misconceptions are addressed and pupils know "how to make improvements."
- There are "strong systems for identifying and supporting" pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and those speaking English as an additional language (EAL), enabling them to "achieve highly."
- The school is a "language-rich environment" with a phonics programme delivered with "fidelity and expertise," ensuring pupils read "confidently and for pleasure."
- "Trustees are effective" in their challenge and support, while staff value "high-quality professional development" and leaders’ regard for their "workload and well-being."
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 | 79% |
| 2023/24 | 66% |
| 2024/25 | 80% |
| 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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