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Northampton School for Boys - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
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Northampton School for Boys
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- Northampton NN1 5RT
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Outstanding
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Sixth-form provision | Outstanding |
| Achievement of pupils | Outstanding |
| Quality of teaching | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Students make outstanding progress, especially in mathematics.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Students are considerate, respectful, highly motivated, and behave exceptionally well.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have excellent knowledge of their subjects and benefit from outstanding training.
Current Educational Practices: Frequent checks ensure high teaching quality; extra help is available for students needing support.
Strengths and Challenges: High expectations and rigorous performance management maintain teaching standards.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents are highly supportive and the school is oversubscribed.
Communication: Information about child's progress is regular and detailed.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents feel their children make good progress and the school is well led.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders tackle underperformance robustly and set challenging targets for teachers.
Actions for Quality Improvement: New headteacher brings rigorous assessment and data analysis to drive improvements.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Students feel very safe and know how to keep themselves safe; bullying is rare.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Excellent site security and high expectations ensure a safe environment.
Extracurricular Offerings: Over 200 clubs and activities develop leadership skills, teamwork, and creativity.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Students participate enthusiastically, helping to forge positive attitudes and relationships.
Career Counselling Services: High-quality independent careers advice helps students make informed future choices.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Excellent preparation with most students gaining university places.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Disabled students and those with special needs make outstanding progress due to effective support.
Subjects Offered: Wide range of academic subjects meets student interests and abilities.
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Northampton School for Boys is a top rated, Secondary, Boys school located in Northamptonshire, East Midlands.
It has 1678 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 78% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
96.00% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Since 1541, Northampton School for Boys has been proud of its tradition of excellence. The school has produced numerous leaders in the fields of education, science, business, commerce, athletics, music, and politics and is at the forefront of education in the town and county. The institution is a teaching school that operates as an autonomous academy. The sixth form admits female students. Over many years, the school's ethos has changed. Our goals and our plan for achieving them are outlined in this document. It perfectly captures what makes NSB such a unique location to work as a student or an adult. ... is to give every child a well-rounded educational experience that helps them to reach their full academic and personal potential and that equips them for a successful adult life. that young boys benefit from a certain method of learning. Boys need to be kept active, and hard work never damaged anyone. that caring about others should take the place of self-interest. believe all people deserve respect and a world free of bullying. that every student has a right to a secure learning environment. that every kid has a right to a broad, balanced education that prepares them for life after school and optimises their potential. that including young people in our co-curriculum, which includes a variety of experiences outside of the classroom, helps them grow as "whole people," promotes positive relationships between teachers and students, builds teamwork, and gives them a sense of fulfilment. that sixth-form girls benefit from and significantly enhance our general ethos.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
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B-
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Boys | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.4 | - | 19 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 78% | 98% | 32% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 28.00% | 35.00% | 4.50% |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.57 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 59.1 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 78% | 29.23% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 89% | 44% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 67% | 21.95% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 37% | 9.77% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 49% | 13.74% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.44 | 2.74 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 97% | 94.62% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 221 | 170 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 88.5% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 22% | 32.35% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 69% | 42.54% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 13.58% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.62% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 3.65% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.68 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 61.8 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 76% | 32.87% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 90% | 47.76% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 61% | 23.71% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 41% | 12.08% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 53% | 17.11% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.6 | 3.04 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 98% | 94.96% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 217 | 171 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 91% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 19% | 36.54% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 76% | 40.92% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.04% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 13.42% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 1.63% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.21% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.52 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 58.4 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 72% 2 | 27.24% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 89% 1 | 41.86% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 69% | 20.19% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 29% 1 | 8.38% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 43% 2 | 12.81% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.37 | 2.65 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 98% | 94.52% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 216 | 170 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 86.3% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 23% | 32.91% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 69% | 42% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 11.35% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 4.91% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 3.39% | 2.75% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.66 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 59.1 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 74% 5 | 27.57% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 88% 2 | 41.3% | 42.62% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 70% | 22% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 30% 23 | 8.76% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 45% 12 | 13.46% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.45 | 2.7 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 98% | 90.52% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 211 | 174 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 82.48% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 23% | 32.91% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 68% | 43.04% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.04% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 6.3% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 3.96% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 3.65% | 2.05% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.49 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 58.8 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 69% | 27.33% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 90% | 40.33% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 70% | 22.69% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 53% | 12.56% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 57% | 13.75% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 95% | 89.36% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 219 | 175 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 76.73% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 26% | 35.73% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 64% | 40.23% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.09% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 7.27% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 5.82% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 4.05% | 2.45% |
A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 40.75 | 26.95 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 40.15 | 27.85 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 28.00% | 9.32% | 13.67% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 257 | 170 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 71% | 58.48% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 5.43% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 19% | 21.22% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 6.87% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 43.72 | 30.77 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 42.74 | 29.91 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 32.2% | 12.29% | 17.7% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 262 | 202 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 66% | 57.64% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 5.05% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 24% | 21.09% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 8.18% | 10.69% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 34.94 1 | 25.98 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.41 1 | 26.02 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.8% | 7.93% | 13.07% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 256 | 223 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 66% | 53.52% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 8% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 19% | 25.67% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 9.33% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 35.07 5 | 25.91 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.11 3 | 27 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 15.2% | 8.94% | 13.37% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 57 | 34.23% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 5.14% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 33% | 19% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 3.27% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 30.54 | 22.09 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.43 | 23.95 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 13.1% | 7.8% | 12.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 28 | 34.8% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 6.1% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 15% | 22.9% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 2.7% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Northampton School for Boys
Local authority ratio 19 : 1