Bridgewater Primary School

A not judged community school school in West Northamptonshire. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Bridgewater Primary School.

Northampton, NN33AF Ofsted: Not Judged Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

52

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
54.4
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 64.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
51.7
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 8.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
50.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Not Judged

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Not Judged
Overall effectiveness
Not Judged
Last inspected
8 October 2024
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Bridgewater Drive
Northampton, NN33AF
Phone
1604637056
Website
bridgewaterprimary.net/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
122076
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Address
Bridgewater Drive, Northampton, NN3 3AF
Website
www.bridgewaterprimary.net/
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Capacity
630 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
663
Free School Meals
6.4% (42 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.6% (17 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
95.9%
Excellent
Persistent Absence
7.0%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
64.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
8.0%
Reading Score:
107.0
Maths Score:
105.0
Grammar Score:
106.0

Key Performance Indicators

Low Persistent Absence:
7.0 (10.5 below average)
Low Absence Rate:
4.1 (2.5 below average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 105.0 107.0
2023 105.0 106.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
25 pupils
Very Good
Pupils per Year Group
74
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
663 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+0.5 per year)

Up 0.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Respect Responsibility Resilience

Head Teacher's Message

We are a warm and welcoming, inclusive school at the heart of a vibrant community, aiming to provide inspirational learning so that every child can achieve their best.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Pacesetter Sports & Wellbeing Ltd (Gymnastics) Pacesetter Sports & Wellbeing Ltd (Football) Pacesetter Sports & Wellbeing Ltd (Athletics) Pacesetter Sports & Wellbeing Ltd (Cricket) Pacesetter Sports & Wellbeing Ltd (Spy Club) Pacesetter Sports & Wellbeing Ltd (Multi-Skills) Northampton County Lawn Tennis Club (Tennis) The Little Yoga Company (Yoga) STEM Club 6 Football Club

Sports

Gymnastics Football Athletics Cricket Tennis

Facilities

Forest School area Outdoor environment Pond area with dipping platforms Extensive grounds

Curriculum Highlights

Abstract Art Making circuits World Book Day 2025 Science Week Red Bull Racing Workshop Diwali Day

Wraparound Care

After-School Care: Yes

Out of School Club provides before and after school care with sessions including 8:00–8:45am and 3:15–4:30pm on various days; providers include Pacesetter Sports & Wellbeing Ltd and Northampton County Lawn Tennis Club (for Tennis sessions); full details are listed on the School Clubs page.

SEND Provision

Pupils with SEND thrive in school.

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