What is the best primary school in Northampton?

On our composite score, Yardley Hastings Primary School is the top-ranked primary school in Northampton, with a grade A. The score is one view of a school: each profile shows the figures behind it, and the list above ranks every scored primary school in the area.

How many primary schools are there in Northampton?

There are 98 primary schools in Northampton with a composite score on FindGreatSchools. Schools too new to have published results, and independent and special schools, are listed on their own pages.

How are primary schools in Northampton ranked?

By our composite score, which blends four domains (Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement) into a grade from A to F. Schools are ordered by score weighted by data completeness, so a school with thin data cannot leapfrog a well-measured one. The method and weights are published in full.

When do I apply for a primary school place in Northampton?

Applications for Reception places in Northampton starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

The best primary schools in Northampton

Compare 98 top-rated primary schools in Northampton, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: Yardley Hastings Primary School.

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Compare the top two side by side: Yardley Hastings Primary School vs Briar Hill Primary School & Nursery

The best primary schools in Northampton

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Yardley Hastings Primary School

Briar Hill Primary School & Nursery

The Arbours Primary Academy

Hartwell Primary School

The Bramptons Primary School

Grendon Church of England Primary School

Weston Favell CofE Primary School

Ecton Brook Primary School

Duston Eldean Primary School

West Haddon Endowed Church of England Primary School

Maidwell Primary School

Wootton Primary School

Preston Hedges Primary School

Simon de Senlis Primary School

Abington Vale Primary School

Woodland View Primary School

Parklands Primary School

Flore Church of England Primary School

East Haddon Church of England Primary School

Ecton Village Primary School

Brixworth CofE VC Primary School

Boughton Primary School

Hackleton CofE Primary School

Little Houghton Church of England Primary

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