Woodvale Primary Academy
106%
Capacity
446
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Woodvale Primary Academy
Woodvale 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 446 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (106% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Woodvale Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Matthew Reetz, it falls under West Northamptonshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 51% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10396th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 110th out of 134 in West Northamptonshire.
Woodvale Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 86 applications for 60 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 58 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 Woodvale Primary Academy include Library, Forest School, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Swimming, Tennis, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Book Club, Gardening, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Northamptonshire, Woodvale 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 | Crestwood Road, Northampton, West Northamptonshire, NN3 8JJ |
| Headteacher | Matthew Reetz |
| Local Authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Number of Pupils | 446 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.4% |
| School Capacity | 446 / 420 (106% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (51%)
10396th of 13,686
Nationally
994th of 1,353
In East Midlands
110th of 134
In West Northamptonshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
51%
Expected Standard
2%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
86
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
58 families put this school as their 1st choice (67% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Woodvale Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Crestwood Road, Northampton
West Northamptonshire, NN3 8JJ
Journey to School
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