Farthinghoe Primary School
86%
Capacity
36
Pupils
6.0x
Demand
About Farthinghoe Primary School
Farthinghoe 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 36 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 42 places).
Ofsted has rated Farthinghoe Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ricky Emms, it falls under West Northamptonshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 29% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13326th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 133rd out of 134 in West Northamptonshire.
Farthinghoe Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 12 applications for 2 places, making it 6.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 2 were first-preference applications.
Farthinghoe Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (17 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Farthinghoe Primary School include Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Forest School, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cross Country, Dance, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Eco Club, Gardening, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Northamptonshire, Farthinghoe 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, Brackley, West Northamptonshire, NN13 5PA |
| Headteacher | Ricky Emms |
| Local Authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Number of Pupils | 36 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.1% |
| School Capacity | 36 / 42 (86% 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, 4 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (29%)
13326th of 13,686
Nationally
1308th of 1,353
In East Midlands
133rd of 134
In West Northamptonshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
29%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
17 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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed2
12
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
2 families put this school as their 1st choice (17% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Farthinghoe Primary School
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Contact Information
Main Road, Brackley
West Northamptonshire, NN13 5PA
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