Best Primary Schools in North Northamptonshire 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 111 schools across North Northamptonshire. Updated with 2025–26 data.

111

Total schools

Outstanding

Outstanding rate

61.3%

Avg KS2 SATs

35.9

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Glapthorn Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	80	View school
🥈	Grendon Church of England Primary School Primary	Outstanding	79	View school
🥉	Stanion Church of England (Aided) Primary School Primary	Good	72	View school
4.	Greenfields Primary School and Nursery Primary	Outstanding	72	View school
5.	Kings Cliffe Endowed Primary School Primary	Good	71	View school
6.	Wilbarston Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	71	View school
7.	Oundle Church of England Primary School Primary	Outstanding	69	View school
8.	Cranford CofE Primary School Primary	Outstanding	69	View school
9.	Great Addington CofE Primary School Primary	Good	69	View school
10.	Trinity Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	69	View school
11.	Hall Meadow Primary School Primary	Outstanding	68	View school
12.	Broughton Primary School Primary	Good	67	View school
13.	Bozeat Community Primary School Primary	Requires Improvement	67	View school
14.	South End Junior School Primary	Good	66	View school
15.	Gretton Primary Academy Primary	Good	66	View school
16.	Titchmarsh Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	66	View school
17.	Our Lady of Walsingham Catholic Primary School Primary	Good	66	View school
18.	Olympic Primary Primary	Requires Improvement	66	View school
19.	St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary	Good	65	View school
20.	Isham Church of England Primary School Primary	Outstanding	65	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary schools are there in North Northamptonshire?

There are 111 primary schools in North Northamptonshire, of which 10 (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 Glapthorn Church of England Primary School. 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 schools in North Northamptonshire are rated Outstanding and 62% 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.