Yardley Gobion Church of England Primary School
Towcester, NN12 7UL · West Northamptonshire · primary school
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83rd 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 4,017 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.5/10 among them, against 3.4/10 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 | 40% | 0.96 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Yardley Gobion Church of England Primary School 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%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.5 out of 10 among them, against 3.4 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 87 pupils against a stated capacity of 157. 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 below the expected standard in core subjects? What specific steps are taken to improve attainment in reading and maths? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating in daily practice?
What Ofsted said about Yardley Gobion Church of England Primary School
Overview
Yardley Gobion Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school with a "renewed sense of purpose." Pupils are happy, feel safe, and are proud of their school, benefiting from a positive ethos underpinned by values such as "friendship, respect, love, trust and peace."
Strengths
- Leaders have introduced a "broad and ambitious curriculum" with clear sequencing, particularly in mathematics where pupils build understanding over time.
- Reading is prioritised from the early years, with a new phonics curriculum and support for those falling behind.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities achieve well, supported by new systems and staff training.
- Parents are "overwhelmingly positive," noting higher expectations and an improved curriculum since joining The Forest C of E Federation.
- Staff feel valued, with leaders prioritising workload and well-being, while governors carry out their roles effectively.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure the intended curriculum is implemented consistently well enough across the school, as not all teachers use effective pedagogy.
- Leaders should continue supporting a minority of pupils who lack positive attitudes toward learning to help them regulate their behaviour.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff trained to fulfil their roles and leaders acting promptly on concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 59% |
| 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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