Quinton House School, Upton
Quinton House School is an independent school for pupils aged 2 to 19 in Upton. It is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) rather than Ofsted; its most recent ISI inspection was a routine inspection in March 2026.
Data last updated 26 Oct 2026
Quinton House School in detail
Quinton House School in its own words
In its own words: "The school has a clear purpose which is to protect, nurture, and inspire children. Our aims for all our students: - Inspired by a culture of aspiration, we aim for our students to lead the way, demonstrate a broad commitment to service and develop a zest for life."
The school runs after-school care.
Coming up: an open day on Thursday 5 November 2026 and an open day on Thursday 26 November 2026. Check the school's website before you go, as dates can change.
All school open days in West Northamptonshire
Vision and values (school website)Wraparound care (school website)
Source: The school's own website
Results
The Department for Education's GCSE measures do not count IGCSEs, which many independent schools take instead of GCSEs, so the Attainment 8 and English and maths figures it publishes for Quinton House School can understate its results. We do not rank or compare them; ask the school for its own GCSE and IGCSE results.
Compared with nearby schools
The nearest other independent schools to Quinton House School are Bosworth Independent School (2.4 miles); Northampton High School GDST (3.3 miles, selective); St Andrew's College (3.5 miles); and Pitsford School (5.3 miles).
Bosworth Independent SchoolNorthampton High School GDSTSt Andrew's CollegePitsford School
Where pupils go next
Of the 21 students who left the sixth form in 2023/24, 71% went on to university or other higher education and 10% to apprenticeships.
Who goes there
In 2026, 82 pupils (20.9%) received SEN support and 1 (0.3%) had an education, health and care plan.
Getting there
The nearest railway station is Northampton Rail Station, about 1.9 miles away in a straight line.
2 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Princess Marina Hospital (opposite), 360 metres away.
The area around the school
In August 2026, police recorded 182 crimes within a mile of the school, most often anti-social behaviour, violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. That is well above the typical figure around schools in West Northamptonshire (90), as is usual near a town centre.
Sources: DfE school performance data (averages: state mainstream schools); DfE destination measures; DfE school census and special educational needs statistics; NaPTAN (Department for Transport); English Indices of Deprivation 2025 (MHCLG); data.police.uk street-level crime
Key Information
DfE GIASISI Inspection Reports
Independent schools in England are inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI), not Ofsted. Ofsted last inspected this school in 20 October 2010, before the latest ISI inspection.
Routine Inspection
10 March 2026
Educational Quality / Focused Compliance
7 February 2023
Regulatory Compliance
21 November 2018
About
Quinton House School is a co-educational private school for children aged 2 to 18 years located in Upton, Northampton, England. The school is owned and operated by the Blenheim Schools Group.
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Fees for 2026/27
Day fees, per year
£13,734 to £21,261
depending on year group
| Reception | £13,734 a year |
| Year 1 | £14,700 a year |
| Year 2 | £14,679 a year |
| Year 3 | £16,101 a year |
| Year 4 | £16,101 a year |
| Year 5 | £16,962 a year |
| Year 6 | £17,415 a year |
| Year 7 | £19,140 a year |
| Year 8 | £19,749 a year |
| Year 9 | £20,154 a year |
| Year 10 | £21,261 a year |
| Year 11 | £21,261 a year |
| Year 12 | £21,261 a year |
Including VAT. From the school's own fee schedule; check with the school before you rely on it.
At a Glance
No
Boarding
Yes
Nursery
Yes
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Secondary Performance (GCSE)
The Department for Education's GCSE measures do not count IGCSEs, which many independent schools take instead of GCSEs, so the Attainment 8 and English and maths figures it publishes for Quinton House School can understate its results. We do not rank or compare them; ask the school for its own GCSE and IGCSE results.
GCSE Subjects Offered
2025/26 academic year - entries by number of pupils
How Does This School Compare?
Ranked against 5 nearby all-through schools
Keep up with Quinton House School
Before and after school care
Clubs on Ofsted's childcare register at or near Quinton House School.
- Rhino Sports Academy700m away · Not yet graded
Getting There
Bus Stops
Safety and surroundings
Road collisions within 500 m (2021 to 2025)
- Collisions
- 12
- Fatal
- 0
- Serious
- 3
- Children hurt
- 2
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 12 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: none fatal, 3 serious and 9 slight.
2 children aged 0 to 15 were hurt: 1 on foot and 1 in a vehicle or otherwise.
3 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included.
The typical figure for schools in West Northamptonshire is 7 (the median across 208 schools, same distance and years).
Serious and slight counts use the Department for Transport's severity adjustment, which allows for changes in how police forces record injuries; they are estimates, rounded to whole numbers. Distances are in a straight line. Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19), Open Government Licence v3.0.
Commute and house prices
Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
59%
Available places
392 pupils
669 places
277 spare places
as recorded on GIAS
Area Demand Pressure - Upton
Based on MHCLG Live Table 122 (2024-25, last 5 years) for Upton
Across West Northamptonshire council
Places available
5,019
Applications
4,602
Got 1st preference
75.8%
Got preferred school
95.7%
All secondary applications across West Northamptonshire council (2026/27), not just this school.
SEND & SEN Provision
SEN Overview
82
SEN Support
1
EHC Plans
21.2%
of Total Pupils
2026 academic year
Provision & Specialist Facilities
Pupils by Need Type
No need-level breakdown available
Pupil Demographics
Key Indicators
392
Total Pupils
206
Boys
186
Girls
2026 academic year
Feeder Primary Schools
Primary schools that likely feed into this school, based on proximity
Quinton House School
Showing 10 of 14 linked schools
Questions parents ask about Quinton House School
What are GCSE results like at Quinton House School?
The Department for Education's GCSE measures do not count IGCSEs, which many independent schools take instead of GCSEs, so the Attainment 8 and English and maths figures it publishes for Quinton House School can understate its results. We do not rank or compare them; ask the school for its own GCSE and IGCSE results.
When was Quinton House School last inspected?
Quinton House School is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) rather than Ofsted. Its most recent ISI inspection was a routine inspection in March 2026.
How many pupils go to Quinton House School?
Quinton House School has around 392 pupils on roll.
How do I apply to Quinton House School?
Quinton House School is an independent school and runs its own admissions rather than going through the local authority. Contact the school directly for entry requirements, assessment dates, fees and any bursaries.
Does Quinton House School have a breakfast club or after-school club?
Ofsted's childcare register lists an out-of-school club within a kilometre of Quinton House School: Rhino Sports Academy (700m away, registered, not yet graded). The school may also run its own clubs, which don't have to register with Ofsted.
How many road collisions happen near Quinton House School?
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 12 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: none fatal, 3 serious and 9 slight. 2 children aged 0 to 15 were hurt: 1 on foot and 1 in a vehicle or otherwise. 3 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included. The typical figure for schools in West Northamptonshire is 7 (the median across 208 schools, same distance and years).
Where is Quinton House School?
Quinton House School is at Upton Hall, Upton, Upton, NN5 4UX.
Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19)