Wootton 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
Quality of Education
Behaviour & Attitudes
Personal Development
Leadership & Management
Early Years
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
Wootton Primary School creates a joyful, welcoming community where pupils develop strong character and values. The school's carefully designed curriculum ensures pupils achieve well across all subjects, with a particular emphasis on reading as a gateway to future learning. Every child is supported to thrive, with the school going the extra mile to help families who face difficulties.
Key Strengths
- Exceptionally well-designed curriculum that helps pupils build strong knowledge across all subjects and make links between learning
- Rigorous approach to reading with swift action for pupils who fall behind - pupils love reading
- Outstanding early years provision with activities that develop independence, resilience and cooperation
- Extensive support for pupils with SEND to ensure the curriculum remains broad and inclusive
- Wide range of enrichment opportunities including music lessons and trips, especially for disadvantaged pupils
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with the school creating an open and positive culture that puts pupils' interests first.
Extracurricular Activities
Music lessons, eco-warriors, reading buddies, before- and after-school club, wide range of trips
Wootton Primary School is a highly aspirational school that ensures pupils achieve exceptionally well across the whole curriculum while developing into respectful individuals with a strong sense of moral purpose. All key areas of education have been rated Outstanding, reflecting the school's united pursuit of excellence.
At a Glance
14.1%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
What Parents Think
70 responsesSource: Ofsted Parent View - % who strongly agree or agree
Primary Performance (KS2)
Academic year 2025/26KS2 Results (% meeting expected standard)
Reading has declined from 89% to 80%. Maths has declined from 84% to 76%. Writing has remained stable at around 85%.
Class Sizes
27.0
Avg class size
20.3
Infant (KS1)
30.3
KS2
9
Total classes
3 classes with more than 30 pupils
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
73%
Available places
306 pupils
420 capacity
114 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
4.66472%
Overall absence
9.29487%
Persistent absence
312
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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