The Arbours Primary Academy

A outstanding academy sponsor led school in West Northamptonshire. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for The Arbours Primary Academy.

Northampton, NN33QF Ofsted: Outstanding Age 4-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

77

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
68.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 80.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
72.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 17.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
100.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Outstanding

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

Outstanding
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Last inspected
3 July 2023
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour & attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership & management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
St Gregory's Road
The Arbours
Northampton, NN33QF
Phone
1604410242
Website
arboursacademy.co.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
139061
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Address
St Gregory's Road, The Arbours, Northampton, NN3 3QF
Website
www.arboursacademy.co.uk
Age range
4-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
THE DAVID ROSS EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
420 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
336
Free School Meals
23.2% (78 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.5% (5 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
95.3%
Excellent
Persistent Absence
13.1%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
80.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
17.0%
Reading Score:
107.0
Maths Score:
105.0
Grammar Score:
105.0

Key Performance Indicators

Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected):
80.0 (+21.2 vs average)
Low Persistent Absence:
13.1 (4.4 below average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 105.0 107.0
2023 107.0 106.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
21 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
42
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
336 pupils
4-11

Performance Trend

Declining trend (-0.5 per year)

Down -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

Aspiration Ambition Courage Respect

Core Christian values such as respect and responsibility underpin the school ethos and behaviour policy.

Head Teacher's Message

The Arbours Primary Academy is a large vibrant school delivering a world‑class education; high‑quality teaching enables academic excellence; the school offers an exciting curriculum with many enrichment opportunities; the aim is for all children to be happy and successful and to progress across the curriculum.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

GLK After School Clubs (Football and Gymnastics) Zoons Dance Club Cartoon Club (with Mrs Barber)

Sports

Football Gymnastics

Facilities

Computers in all classes Interactive whiteboards in all classrooms New library Reading corner (in classrooms) The Den – safe pastoral space available at lunch time for pupils to access activities and reading

Curriculum Highlights

Foundation Stage and Key Stages 1 and 2 with a knowledge-rich, sequenced curriculum Reading taught daily using Read Write Inc (EYFS/KS1) and Talk 4 Reading; library and new reading experiences English, Maths, Modern Foreign Languages, Science, History and Geography, Art and Design, Music, PE, PSHE, RE, Computing British Values integrated through PSHE and RE; democracy and school council as part of the ethos Enrichment opportunities include visits, WOW events, residentials, theatre/arts partnerships and music festivals Subject leaders for English, Maths, and other core subjects; emphasis on talk, reading aloud, and specialist knowledge across subjects

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Breakfast club runs every morning from 8am; price £2 per child per day; spaces must be booked in advance via the MCAS app; arrival between 8:00 and 8:20 for breakfast (arrivals after 8:30 may not be provided with breakfast)

SEND Provision

The school aims for maximum inclusion of all pupils with differentiated learning opportunities; English as an Additional Language (EAL) is not considered a Special Educational Need; focus on individual progress; accurate assessment of need; interventions funded from devolved schools budget; Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator is Elise Serrell ([email protected]).

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