What is the best primary school in Northamptonshire?

On our composite score, John Hellins Primary School is the top-ranked primary school in Northamptonshire, 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 Northamptonshire?

There are 226 primary schools in Northamptonshire 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 Northamptonshire 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 Northamptonshire?

Applications for Reception places in Northamptonshire 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 Northamptonshire

Compare 226 top-rated primary schools in Northamptonshire, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: John Hellins Primary School.

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Compare the top two side by side: John Hellins Primary School vs Yardley Hastings Primary School

The best primary schools in Northamptonshire

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John Hellins Primary School

Yardley Hastings Primary School

Briar Hill Primary School & Nursery

Pineham Barns Primary School

The Arbours Primary Academy

Hartwell Primary School

Broughton Primary School

Welton Church of England Academy

The Bramptons Primary School

Helmdon Primary School

Grendon Church of England Primary School

Weston Favell CofE Primary School

Blakesley Church of England Primary School

Greenfields Primary School and Nursery

Ecton Brook Primary School

Duston Eldean Primary School

Brambleside Primary School

All Saints CEVA Primary School and Nursery

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

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