Preston Hedges Primary School
100%
Capacity
421
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Preston Hedges Primary School
Preston Hedges 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 421 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places).
the school is led by headteacher Tracey Coles, it falls under West Northamptonshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 76% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2486th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 134 in West Northamptonshire.
Preston Hedges Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 134 applications for 60 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 70 were first-preference applications.
Preston Hedges Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 90% recommending the school (104 responses).
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 Preston Hedges Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Forest School, Library, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Football, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Science Club, Coding, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 4.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Northamptonshire, Preston Hedges 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 | Wootton Hope Drive, Northampton, West Northamptonshire, NN4 6BU |
| Headteacher | Tracey Coles |
| Local Authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Number of Pupils | 421 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 4.0% |
| School Capacity | 421 / 420 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (76%)
2486th of 13,686
Nationally
208th of 1,353
In East Midlands
26th of 134
In West Northamptonshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
76%
Expected Standard
19%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
104 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed60
134
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
70 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 Preston Hedges Primary School
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Contact Information
Wootton Hope Drive, Northampton
West Northamptonshire, NN4 6BU
Wootton Hope Drive, Northampton
West Northamptonshire, NN4 6BU
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