Best Primary Schools in West Northamptonshire 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 148 schools across West Northamptonshire. Updated with 2025–26 data.

148

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
🥇	John Hellins Primary School Primary	Outstanding	83	View school
🥈	Hartwell Primary School Primary	Outstanding	82	View school
🥉	Hackleton CofE Primary School Primary	Outstanding	81	View school
4.	Yardley Hastings Primary School Primary	Outstanding	78	View school
5.	Blakesley Church of England Primary School Primary	Outstanding	78	View school
6.	Maidwell Primary School Primary	Outstanding	77	View school
7.	The Bramptons Primary School Primary	Good	77	View school
8.	East Haddon Church of England Primary School Primary	Outstanding	77	View school
9.	Preston Hedges Primary School Primary	Outstanding	74	View school
10.	Greatworth Primary School Primary	Good	74	View school
11.	Kislingbury Primary School Primary	Good	72	View school
12.	Brington Primary School Primary	Good	72	View school
13.	Woodland View Primary School Primary	Outstanding	72	View school
14.	Welton Church of England Academy Primary	Outstanding	72	View school
15.	Weston Favell CofE Primary School Primary	Outstanding	72	View school
16.	Pineham Barns Primary School Primary	Good	71	View school
17.	Flore Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	70	View school
18.	Staverton Church of England Voluntary Primary School Primary	Good	70	View school
19.	Old Stratford Primary School Primary	Good	70	View school
20.	Spratton Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	69	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary schools are there in West Northamptonshire?

There are 148 primary schools in West Northamptonshire, of which 16 (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 John Hellins Primary 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 schools in West Northamptonshire are rated Outstanding and 78% 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.