Stimpson Avenue Academy

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

Northampton, NN14LR Ofsted: Good 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
41.7
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 49.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
51.7
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 8.0%
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
18 July 2023
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
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
Stimpson Avenue
Northampton, NN14LR

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
140628
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Address
Stimpson Avenue, Northampton, NN1 4LR
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
EAST MIDLANDS ACADEMY 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
452
Free School Meals
18.3% (83 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
0.7% (3 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
95.1%
Excellent
Persistent Absence
12.4%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
49.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
8.0%
Reading Score:
102.0
Maths Score:
103.0
Grammar Score:
105.0

Key Performance Indicators

Low Persistent Absence:
12.4 (5.1 below average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 103.0 102.0
2023 103.0 103.0

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
452 pupils
3-11

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

"We Dream. We Believe. We Achieve."

Kindness Respect Resilience

Head Teacher's Message

Stimpson Avenue Academy aims to provide an outstanding education with unforgettable memories. Safeguarding and child protection are paramount, and the school is committed to ensuring pupils learn in a safe, supportive environment. The school emphasises an inclusive approach, pride in its journey, and a strong curriculum complemented by a wide range of experiences. Ofsted (July 2023) noted exemplary personal development and an ambitious curriculum delivered by confident teachers.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Forest School Playtime Buddies School Choir Rocksteady Peripatetic music lessons After School Sports Clubs (football, basketball, dodgeball, gymnastics, golf)

Sports

Football Basketball Dodgeball Gymnastics Golf

Facilities

Forest School area School garden with wildflower area and sensory footpath Recycling facilities (crisp packets and batteries) and composting for school waste Buddy Bench School kitchen/dining facilities Lunchtime/break facilities

Curriculum Highlights

Phonics and Reading Art Computing Design Technology English Geography History Maths Music PE PSHE Religious Education Science Spanish

Wraparound Care

Nursery offers morning sessions 8:30–11:30 and afternoon sessions 12:30–3:30, with a lunch-time care option paid on a regular basis. Morning club runs 8:30–12:30 and afternoon club runs 11:30–3:30. Lunch-time care is paid (£3.50 per day or £17.50 per week). Free Extended Entitlement – 30 hours per week, term time only for eligible families. Eligible registrations can be completed online at the online Tax Service. Children may bring packed lunches or order a hot dinner from the school. Nursery uniforms apply. To apply for a nursery place, contact the school office.

SEND Provision

Pastoral Lead, SENCo and safeguarding leads are in place. The school has access to a Mental Health Support Team, Educational Psychologists and an EHA Coordinator. The Pastoral team offers a range of in-school and coordinated interventions to help pupils improve social, emotional and behavioural skills, and to develop whole-school practice. Enrichment and targeted support are provided to individuals or groups as needed, with family involvement encouraged and a focus on developing social and emotional skills.

Financial Information

Nursery offers 15 hours of free childcare per week (term time only) and 30 hours Free Extended Entitlement for families who meet criteria (subject to availability). Lunch-time care is paid: £3.50 per day or £17.50 per week to cover supervision costs. Uniform and optional paid lunch/dinner arrangements are available.

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