Woodnewton- A Learning Community
Corby, NN17 2NU · North Northamptonshire · primary school
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63rd of 91 primary schools in North Northamptonshire we can score, 111 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 — 2.5/10 against 2,479 of them, against 2.6/10 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 | 55.0 · 27 | 40% | 1.10 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.59 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Woodnewton- A Learning Community overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 55.0% 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%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (2.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.6 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2024.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Coding Club, Dance Club, Musical Theatre, and Gymnastics, with an after-school club also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 771 pupils against a stated capacity of 840. 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 not reaching the expected standard in maths? What specific steps are taken to help students progress from the expected to the higher standard? How does the school maintain its Good rating while addressing the gap in attainment?
What Ofsted said about Woodnewton- A Learning Community
Overview
Woodnewton - A Learning Community is described as a "vibrant school" where pupils demonstrate "exceptional" attitudes and behaviour. The report highlights significant improvements in reading and mathematics, alongside strong support for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities.
Strengths
- Pupils exhibit "exemplary" behaviour, with a "genuine feel of mutual respect" between staff and learners.
- Teaching in reading and mathematics has "greatly improved," with consistent phonics instruction and swift support for those falling behind.
- The school provides a "stimulating and fun environment" for early years children, establishing routines quickly.
- Systems to identify and support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities have been "sharpened," ensuring appropriate individual plans.
- Recent changes to attendance policy, including working closely with families, have brought about "rapid improvements in attendance."
Areas to improve
- The broader curriculum is "not yet fully developed in a few subjects," leading to inconsistencies in delivery and impact.
- In some foundation subjects, pupils do not remember all taught content because systems to check long-term retention are "not yet fully developed."
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 | 39% |
| 2023/24 | 54% |
| 2024/25 | 55% |
| 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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