Weston Favell CofE Primary School
100%
Capacity
459
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Weston Favell CofE Primary School
Weston Favell CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the West Northamptonshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 459 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 460 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Sarah Heslop, it falls under West Northamptonshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5824th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 55th out of 134 in West Northamptonshire.
Weston Favell CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 118 applications for 56 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 64 were first-preference applications.
Weston Favell CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 83% recommending the school (162 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 Weston Favell CofE Primary School include Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Netball, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Science Club, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Northamptonshire, Weston Favell CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Westwood Way, Weston Favell, Northampton, West Northamptonshire, NN3 3HH |
| Headteacher | Sarah Heslop |
| Local Authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Number of Pupils | 459 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.3% |
| School Capacity | 459 / 460 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5824th of 13,686
Nationally
517th of 1,353
In East Midlands
55th of 134
In West Northamptonshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
162 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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed56
118
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
64 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Weston Favell CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Westwood Way, Weston Favell, Northampton
West Northamptonshire, NN3 3HH
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