Queen Eleanor Primary Academy
91%
Capacity
218
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Queen Eleanor Primary Academy
Queen Eleanor Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the West Northamptonshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 218 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Queen Eleanor Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Magnus Wallace, it falls under West Northamptonshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8229th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 86th out of 134 in West Northamptonshire.
Queen Eleanor Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 69 applications for 23 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
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 Queen Eleanor Primary Academy include Art Studios, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Library, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Swimming, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Book Club, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Northamptonshire, Queen Eleanor Primary Academy 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 | Queen Eleanor Road, Northampton, West Northamptonshire, NN4 8NN |
| Headteacher | Magnus Wallace |
| Local Authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Number of Pupils | 218 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.0% |
| School Capacity | 218 / 240 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Jan 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8229th of 13,686
Nationally
763rd of 1,353
In East Midlands
86th of 134
In West Northamptonshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
10%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
69
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Queen Eleanor Road, Northampton
West Northamptonshire, NN4 8NN
Queen Eleanor Road, Northampton
West Northamptonshire, NN4 8NN
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