Best Primary & Secondary Schools in West Northamptonshire 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 210 schools across West Northamptonshire. Updated with 2025–26 data.

210

Total schools

Outstanding

11%

Outstanding rate

62.1%

Avg KS2 SATs

35.4

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Winchester House School Not applicable	—	95	View school
🥈	Spratton Hall School Not applicable	—	95	View school
🥉	Akeley Wood Junior School Not applicable	—	95	View school
4.	Fairfields School Not applicable	Outstanding	95	View school
5.	Billing Brook Special School Not applicable	Outstanding	95	View school
6.	Yardley Hastings Primary School Primary	Outstanding	91	View school
7.	The Arbours Primary Academy Primary	Outstanding	89	View school
8.	Hartwell Primary School Primary	Good	88	View school
9.	Welton Church of England Academy Primary	Outstanding	88	View school
10.	Hackleton CofE Primary School Primary	Good	87	View school
11.	The Bramptons Primary School Primary	Good	86	View school
12.	Helmdon Primary School Primary	Good	85	View school
13.	Briar Hill Primary School & Nursery Primary	Outstanding	84	View school
14.	Pineham Barns Primary School Primary	Good	84	View school
15.	Parklands Primary School Primary	Good	84	View school
16.	West Haddon Endowed Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	83	View school
17.	Kings Heath Primary Academy Primary	Outstanding	83	View school
18.	Woodland View Primary School Primary	Outstanding	83	View school
19.	Abington Vale Primary School Primary	Good	82	View school
20.	Silverstone Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	82	View school

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Frequently asked questions

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

There are 210 primary & secondary schools in West Northamptonshire, of which 24 (11%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in West Northamptonshire?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in West Northamptonshire is Winchester House School. See the full ranked list above.

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

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

What is the average Ofsted rating in West Northamptonshire?

11% of primary & secondary schools in West Northamptonshire are rated Outstanding and 74% are rated Good. 79% 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.