Cogenhoe Primary School, Northampton
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 1 year agoOverall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
Cogenhoe Primary School creates a welcoming, inclusive environment where every pupil feels valued and supported to succeed. The school excels at teaching reading with expert phonics instruction and strong catch-up support, while offering a rich range of enriching experiences including forest learning, visits, and residentials. Pupils develop confidence, respect for others, and are well-prepared for their next steps.
Key Strengths
- Excellent reading provision with expert phonics teaching and strong support for struggling readers
- Well-structured, ambitious curriculum with regular opportunities for pupils to revisit and retain important concepts
- Inclusive approach with strong support for pupils with SEND, enabling them to access the full curriculum
- Rich personal development offer promoting well-being, character development, and respect for different cultures
- High attendance and positive behaviour promoted through clear, consistent expectations
Areas for Improvement
- Learning activities in some foundation subjects are not designed effectively enough to help pupils develop the depth of knowledge they are capable of achieving
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with school leaders creating an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts pupils' interests first.
Extracurricular Activities
Forest learning, sports, music, school visits, residential trips, before- and after-school clubs
Cogenhoe Primary School has successfully maintained the standards identified at its previous inspection. The school has an ambitious, well-structured curriculum and creates a caring, inclusive environment where pupils feel safe and valued.
At a Glance
8.4%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
Yes
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
What Parents Think
36 responsesSource: Ofsted Parent View - % who strongly agree or agree
Primary Performance (KS2)
Academic year 2025/26KS2 Results (% meeting expected standard)
Reading has improved from 76% to 87%. Maths has remained stable at around 73%. Writing has improved from 76% to 87%.
Class Sizes
26.4
Avg class size
22.3
Infant (KS1)
29.5
KS2
7
Total classes
1 class with more than 30 pupils
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
91%
Near capacity
191 pupils
210 capacity
19 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - Northampton
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Northampton
Admissions Demand - West Northamptonshire
Places available
5,771
Applications
4,413
Got 1st preference
94.5%
Got preferred school
99.0%
Primary admissions across West Northamptonshire (2025/26)
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SEN Provision
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Pupil Demographics
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School Funding
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Pupil Absence2024/25
4.55664%
Overall absence
4.65116%
Persistent absence
172
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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