Earl Spencer Primary School
93%
Capacity
391
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Earl Spencer Primary School
Earl Spencer 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 391 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Earl Spencer Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Elisabeth Brear, 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 11003rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 114th out of 134 in West Northamptonshire.
Earl Spencer Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 78 applications for 35 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
Earl Spencer Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 79% recommending the school (101 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Earl Spencer Primary School include Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Forest School, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Rounders, Netball, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Choir, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.4%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Northamptonshire, Earl Spencer 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 | Streatfield Road, Northampton, West Northamptonshire, NN5 7DE |
| Headteacher | Elisabeth Brear |
| Local Authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Number of Pupils | 391 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.4% |
| School Capacity | 391 / 420 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (49%)
11003rd of 13,686
Nationally
1058th of 1,353
In East Midlands
114th 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
2%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
101 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed35
78
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Earl Spencer Primary School
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Contact Information
Streatfield Road, Northampton
West Northamptonshire, NN5 7DE
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