Duston Eldean Primary School
100%
Capacity
418
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Duston Eldean Primary School
Duston Eldean 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 418 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Duston Eldean Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Matt Bolger, it falls under West Northamptonshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1713th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 134 in West Northamptonshire.
Duston Eldean Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 148 applications for 60 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 66 were first-preference applications.
Duston Eldean Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (104 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Duston Eldean Primary School include Library, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Athletics, Tennis, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Film Club, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Northamptonshire, Duston Eldean 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 | Main Road, Northampton, West Northamptonshire, NN5 6PP |
| Headteacher | Matt Bolger |
| Local Authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Number of Pupils | 418 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.8% |
| School Capacity | 418 / 420 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1713th of 13,686
Nationally
141st of 1,353
In East Midlands
22nd of 134
In West Northamptonshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
104 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
148
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
66 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Duston Eldean Primary School
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Contact Information
Main Road, Northampton
West Northamptonshire, NN5 6PP
Journey to School
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