Byfield School
92%
Capacity
97
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Byfield School
Byfield School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the West Northamptonshire community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 97 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 105 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Byfield School "Good", the school is led by headteacher David Hibbert, it falls under West Northamptonshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 38% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12757th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 124th out of 134 in West Northamptonshire.
Byfield School is a popular choice with families — it received 23 applications for 10 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 6 were first-preference applications.
Byfield School has very good reviews on SchoolParrot (4.2/5 from 20 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (12 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Byfield School include ICT Suite, Forest School, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Tennis, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Choir, Art Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Northamptonshire, Byfield 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Bell Lane, Byfield Primary School, Bell Lane, Byfield, Daventry, West Northamptonshire, NN11 6US |
| Headteacher | David Hibbert |
| Local Authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Number of Pupils | 97 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.6% |
| School Capacity | 97 / 105 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 Dec 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Feb 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (38%)
12757th of 13,686
Nationally
1241st of 1,353
In East Midlands
124th of 134
In West Northamptonshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
38%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
12 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed10
23
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
6 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Byfield School
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Bell Lane, Byfield Primary School, Bell Lane, Byfield, Daventry
West Northamptonshire, NN11 6US
Bell Lane, Byfield Primary School, Bell Lane, Byfield, Daventry
West Northamptonshire, NN11 6US
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