Hopping Hill Primary School
106%
Capacity
446
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Hopping Hill Primary School
Hopping Hill Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the West Northamptonshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 446 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (106% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hopping Hill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jo Fantarrow, it falls under West Northamptonshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9978th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 105th out of 134 in West Northamptonshire.
Hopping Hill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 79 applications for 43 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
Hopping Hill Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 79% recommending the school (53 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hopping Hill Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Gymnastics, Dance, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Northamptonshire, Hopping Hill 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Pendle Road, Northampton, West Northamptonshire, NN5 6DT |
| Headteacher | Jo Fantarrow |
| Local Authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Number of Pupils | 446 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.8% |
| School Capacity | 446 / 420 (106% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9978th of 13,686
Nationally
953rd of 1,353
In East Midlands
105th of 134
In West Northamptonshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
53 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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed43
79
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hopping Hill Primary School
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Contact Information
Pendle Road, Northampton
West Northamptonshire, NN5 6DT
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