Bugbrooke Community Primary School
91%
Capacity
218
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Bugbrooke Community Primary School
Bugbrooke Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the West Northamptonshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 218 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 240 places).
Ofsted has rated Bugbrooke Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Birch, it falls under West Northamptonshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 49% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11046th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 116th out of 134 in West Northamptonshire.
Bugbrooke Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 34 applications for 27 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
Bugbrooke Community Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 85% recommending the school (68 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bugbrooke Community Primary School include Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Forest School, Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Swimming, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Northamptonshire, Bugbrooke Community 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | High Street, Northampton, West Northamptonshire, NN7 3PA |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Birch |
| Local Authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Number of Pupils | 218 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.8% |
| School Capacity | 218 / 240 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Feb 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (49%)
11046th of 13,686
Nationally
1063rd of 1,353
In East Midlands
116th of 134
In West Northamptonshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
49%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
68 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
34
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (76% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bugbrooke Community Primary School
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Contact Information
High Street, Northampton
West Northamptonshire, NN7 3PA
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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