Woodvale Primary Academy

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

Northampton, NN38JJ Ofsted: Good Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

47

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
43.4
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 51.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
37.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 2.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

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

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
13 December 2023
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
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
Crestwood Road
Lings Way
Northampton, NN38JJ

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
139112
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Address
Crestwood Road, Lings Way, Northampton, NN3 8JJ
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
GREENWOOD ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
420 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
454
Free School Meals
27.8% (126 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.2% (10 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
93.5%
Good
Persistent Absence
18.6%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
51.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
2.0%
Reading Score:
103.0
Maths Score:
103.0
Grammar Score:
103.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 103.0 103.0
2023 100.0 101.0

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
50
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
454 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+2.5 per year)

Up 2.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Everyone Thriving"

strive support succeed

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome to Woodvale Primary Academy. Our aim is 'Everyone Thriving'. Our three core values are strive, support and succeed. Principal: Matthew Reetz.

Curriculum Highlights

Art and Design Computing Design and Technology (D&T) Geography History maths Modern Foreign Languages Music PE Phonics PSHE and RSE RE Reading Remote Learning Science Skills Builder Writing

Admissions Criteria

Woodvale Primary Academy admits children aged 3 to 11. Pupils are admitted at age 3+ without reference to ability or aptitude, using the criteria set out in the policy. Admission numbers are 60 pupils for Reception. For Reception, parents apply online via West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) School Admissions Team. In-year admissions are coordinated by the local authority. Appeals are available via an Independent Appeals Panel. There is a class size limit of 30 pupils per class. Nursery offers places for 3–4 year olds with morning, afternoon, or all-day sessions depending on funding eligibility; 30 hours funded entitlement requires application via gov.uk. A Local Authority application must be completed for nursery transitions. See Admissions Policy PDFs for full details.

Financial Information

School meals are provided by Kingswood Catering. The cost of a school meal is £2.30 per day or £11.50 per week. Lunch orders must be placed online via Kingswood Catering by midnight on Wednesdays for the following week. All meals must be ordered for each child (even if free). For help, contact Kingswood Catering at 01536 201203 or [email protected]. Free School Meals policy follows NFN Local Authority guidance; apply via Northamptonshire County Council.

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