Naseby Church of England Primary Academy, Northampton

In its own words: "The school is situated in the centre of the village and is within easy walking distance of the Parish Church (All Saints), the Village Hall, Methodist Chapel and other village amenities. Children from the nearby village of Haselbech and other surrounding villages attend our school. We cater for children aged 4 to 11."

From the headteacher's welcome: "At Naseby Church of England Primary Academy we ensure that all members of the school community feel safe, valued and cared for. The school strives for excellence, providing a challenging learning environment where all children can grow as independent learners equipped for life. We are inclusive and welcome others regardless of differences, appreciating and nurturing the uniqueness of each individual."

The school runs after-school care.

In 2024, 78% of Year 6 pupils at Naseby Church of England Primary Academy reached the expected standard in reading and 67% in maths. At the average state primary the figures were 78% and 76% in West Northamptonshire and 76% and 74% across England.

With small year groups, a few pupils can move these figures by several points.

For September 2026 entry, 8 families put Naseby Church of England Primary Academy as their first choice and 17 named it as one of their preferences, for 8 places offered. That is one first choice for every place. Every family who put it first was offered a place there for 2026 entry.

The nearest other state primary schools to Naseby Church of England Primary Academy are Clipston Endowed Voluntary Controlled Primary School (2.7 miles, Good, 100% reading, 77% maths); Guilsborough Church of England Primary School (3.2 miles, Good, 91% reading, 82% maths); Welford Sibbertoft and Sulby Endowed School (3.3 miles, Good, 75% reading, 75% maths); and Maidwell Primary School (3.8 miles, Outstanding, 100% reading, 100% maths).

Naseby Church of England Primary Academy is one of 12 schools run by East Midlands Academy Trust, an academy trust.

Across the trust's primary schools, 57% of Year 6 pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths in 2024/25.

25 parents answered Ofsted's Parent View survey about Naseby Church of England Primary Academy (as of September 2025): 92% would recommend the school, 84% say their child is happy there and 63% of those with a view say bullying is dealt with well.

The strongest agreement was that they are kept well informed about progress (100%); the weakest, that the school deals with bullying well (among parents with a view) (63%).

3.2% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, well below the average state school (25%), and 3.2% speak English as an additional language, against 18.8% on average, according to the 2026 school census.

In 2026, 8 pupils (25.8%) received SEN support and 1 (3.2%) had an education, health and care plan, against 16.2% and 4.6% at the average state school. The most common need among them is social, emotional and mental health needs.

Naseby Church of England Primary Academy had 3 teachers in 2025, one for every 13 pupils: more teachers per pupil than a typical primary school, at about one for every 20.

There is no railway, tram or Underground station within about three miles of Naseby Church of England Primary Academy.

10 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Primary School (outside), 10 metres away.

In August 2026, police recorded 3 crimes within a mile of the school, most often burglary, vehicle crime and violence and sexual offences. That is well below the typical figure around schools in West Northamptonshire (90).

Naseby Church of England Primary Academy recorded no suspensions or permanent exclusions in 2024/25.