Badby School
110%
Capacity
192
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Badby School
Badby School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the West Northamptonshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 192 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 175 places).
Ofsted has rated Badby School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ben Edge, it falls under West Northamptonshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5266th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 51st out of 134 in West Northamptonshire.
Badby School is a popular choice with families — it received 44 applications for 24 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Badby School include Forest School, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Swimming, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Film Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 3.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Northamptonshire, Badby School is one of the options available in the East Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | School Lane, Badby, West Northamptonshire, NN11 3AJ |
| Headteacher | Ben Edge |
| Local Authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Number of Pupils | 192 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 3.9% |
| School Capacity | 192 / 175 (110% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (21 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 24 Feb 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5266th of 13,686
Nationally
471st of 1,353
In East Midlands
51st of 134
In West Northamptonshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
44
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Badby School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
School Lane, Badby
West Northamptonshire, NN11 3AJ
Journey to School
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