Kingsley Primary School
97%
Capacity
406
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Kingsley Primary School
Kingsley 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 406 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Kingsley Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Liam Cox, it falls under West Northamptonshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3569th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 134 in West Northamptonshire.
Kingsley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 91 applications for 59 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 63 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Kingsley Primary School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cricket, Swimming, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Eco Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.8%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Northamptonshire, Kingsley 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 | Wallace Road, Northampton, West Northamptonshire, NN2 7EE |
| Headteacher | Liam Cox |
| Local Authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Number of Pupils | 406 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.8% |
| School Capacity | 406 / 420 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3569th of 13,686
Nationally
312th of 1,353
In East Midlands
37th of 134
In West Northamptonshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
91
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
63 families put this school as their 1st choice (69% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Wallace Road, Northampton
West Northamptonshire, NN2 7EE
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