The Good Shepherd Catholic Primary School
65%
Capacity
272
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About The Good Shepherd Catholic Primary School
The Good Shepherd Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the West Northamptonshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 272 pupils on roll, operating at 65% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The Good Shepherd Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Carmel Dodds, 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 8169th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 85th out of 134 in West Northamptonshire.
The Good Shepherd Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 30 applications for 20 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
The Good Shepherd Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (13 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Good Shepherd Catholic Primary School include Library, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Tennis, Dance, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Northamptonshire, The Good Shepherd Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Kingsland Gardens, Northampton, West Northamptonshire, NN2 7BH |
| Headteacher | Carmel Dodds |
| Local Authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Number of Pupils | 272 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.1% |
| School Capacity | 272 / 420 (65% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Apr 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8169th of 13,686
Nationally
755th of 1,353
In East Midlands
85th 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
0%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
13 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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
30
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Good Shepherd Catholic Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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Contact Information
Kingsland Gardens, Northampton
West Northamptonshire, NN2 7BH
Kingsland Gardens, Northampton
West Northamptonshire, NN2 7BH
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