Falconer's Hill Academy

About Falconer's Hill Academy

Falconer’s Hill Academy is a primary school in West Northamptonshire that parents appear to view positively, though the school does not publish a parent recommendation percentage in its data. What is clear is that the school is heavily oversubscribed: with 239 pupils on roll against a capacity of 240, it is effectively full. This level of demand suggests that local families are actively choosing the school, and the fact that it operates at near-maximum capacity year after year is a strong practical signal of satisfaction. The school is a junior-only setting, taking children from ages 7 to 11, and is mixed-gender with no religious affiliation. Headteacher Angela Rock leads a relatively small school, and the pupil body includes a significant proportion of children eligible for free school meals, at 32.6 per cent. That figure is notably higher than the national average and gives some context to the school’s academic profile.

Academically, Falconer’s Hill presents a mixed picture. In its most recent Ofsted inspection, carried out in 2022, the school was rated Good overall, with leadership and management also judged Good. This represents a substantial improvement from its previous graded inspection in 2017, when it was rated Inadequate. In the 2023/24 Key Stage 2 results, 50 per cent of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths combined, which is below the local authority average of 63 per cent. The school ranks 113th out of 134 primary schools in West Northamptonshire on this measure, placing it in the bottom half of the LA table. Individual subject scores show reading at 71 per cent expected, writing at 76 per cent, and maths at 53 per cent. Higher-attaining pupils are relatively few: 9 per cent in reading, 12 per cent in writing, and just 5 per cent in maths reached the higher standard. Progress scores are not available in the data.

The school offers a solid range of facilities for its size, including a gymnasium, library, sports hall, playing fields, and a sensory room, which is a useful resource for pupils with additional needs. The SEND provision is broad, covering specific learning difficulties like dyslexia, moderate learning difficulties, social and emotional mental health needs, speech and language needs, hearing impairment, and autistic spectrum disorder. This makes the school a realistic option for families whose children require tailored support. Clubs include drama, film club, eco club and choir, while sports on offer are cross country, rounders, cricket and athletics. There is no nursery or sixth form provision. For families seeking a nearby Outstanding-rated alternative, Welton Church of England Academy is three kilometres away. Falconer’s Hill is best suited to parents who prioritise a full, local junior school with strong SEND support and a clear improvement trajectory under its current leadership.

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