Buckton Fields Primary School
53%
Capacity
221
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Buckton Fields Primary School
Buckton Fields Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the West Northamptonshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 221 pupils on roll, operating at 53% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Buckton Fields Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Straiton (Maternity Cover), it falls under West Northamptonshire local authority.
Buckton Fields Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 148 applications for 61 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 75 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Buckton Fields Primary School include Art Studios, Library, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Gymnasium.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Cross Country, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Eco Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Northamptonshire, Buckton Fields Primary 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Home Farm Drive, Northampton, West Northamptonshire, NN2 8ES |
| Headteacher | Sarah Straiton (Maternity Cover) |
| Local Authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Number of Pupils | 221 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.9% |
| School Capacity | 221 / 420 (53% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed61
148
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
75 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Home Farm Drive, Northampton
West Northamptonshire, NN2 8ES
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