Best Primary & Secondary Schools in North Northamptonshire 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 153 schools across North Northamptonshire. Updated with 2025–26 data.

153

Total schools

Outstanding

Outstanding rate

61.3%

Avg KS2 SATs

35.9

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Croyland Nursery School & Day Nursery Nursery	Outstanding	95	View school
🥈	Laxton Junior School Not applicable	—	95	View school
🥉	Rowan Gate Primary School - Four Sites Not applicable	Outstanding	95	View school
4.	Pen Green Centre for Children and Their Families Nursery	Outstanding	95	View school
5.	Kingsley Special Academy Not applicable	Outstanding	95	View school
6.	Havelock Infant School Primary	Outstanding	95	View school
7.	Friars Academy Not applicable	Outstanding	95	View school
8.	Wren Spinney School Not applicable	Outstanding	95	View school
9.	Greenfields Primary School and Nursery Primary	Outstanding	90	View school
10.	Kings Cliffe Endowed Primary School Primary	Good	86	View school
11.	Glapthorn Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	85	View school
12.	Stanion Church of England (Aided) Primary School Primary	Good	84	View school
13.	Broughton Primary School Primary	Good	84	View school
14.	Olympic Primary Primary	Good	83	View school
15.	Trinity Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	82	View school
16.	Gretton Primary Academy Primary	Good	82	View school
17.	Weldon Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	82	View school
18.	Bozeat Community Primary School Primary	Good	82	View school
19.	Ruskin Academy Primary	Good	81	View school
20.	Ronald Tree Nursery School Nursery	Good	80	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary & secondary schools are there in North Northamptonshire?

There are 153 primary & secondary schools in North Northamptonshire, of which 14 (9%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in North Northamptonshire?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in North Northamptonshire is Croyland Nursery School & Day Nursery. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in North Northamptonshire?

Primary and secondary school applications in North Northamptonshire are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the North Northamptonshire council website for application forms and deadlines.

What is the average Ofsted rating in North Northamptonshire?

9% of primary & secondary schools in North Northamptonshire are rated Outstanding and 78% are rated Good. 68% are rated Good or Outstanding.

Data sourced from Ofsted, Department for Education, and ISI. School rankings reflect the Schools Near Me composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance, and pupil-teacher ratios. Last updated April 2026.