- Ofsted:Strong standard in every area
Results above the England average.
62 first choices, 60 offers made
Met the standard at 1167%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.0%
- Pupils
- 416
- Pupils per teacher
- 24.8
Schools in NN16
A postcode district in North Northamptonshire
- Postcode district
- 17 schools and nurseries
In short: NN16 is a postcode district in North Northamptonshire with 7 primary schools, 3 secondary schools and 8 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries177 primary · 3 secondary · 8 nurseries
Top-rated
All NN16 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in NN16
Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.
Top Primary Schools in NN16
7 in NN16, best first
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Results above the England average.
264 first choices, 180 offers made
Met the standard at 1165%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 7.1%
- Pupils
- 1,808
- Pupils per teacher
- 19.4
St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Kettering, NN16 0JH · Academy · Primary · Ages 4 to 11
- Ofsted:Good in every area
Results well above the England average.
27 first choices, 32 offers made
Met the standard at 1176%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.6%
- Pupils
- 257
- Pupils per teacher
- 22.7
Top Secondary Schools in NN16
3 in NN16, best first
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Results above the England average.
264 first choices, 180 offers made
Met the standard at 1165%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 7.1%
- Pupils
- 1,808
- Pupils per teacher
- 19.4
Nurseries in NN16
8 in NN16, highest Ofsted grade first
Stepping Stones Pre-school
Kettering, NN16 9DH · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Windermere Day Nursery
Kettering, NN16 8LX · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Busy Bees Queen of Hearts Kettering
Kettering, NN16 9AG · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in NN16
1 in NN16, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Results above the England average.
264 first choices, 180 offers made
Met the standard at 1165%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 7.1%
- Pupils
- 1,808
- Pupils per teacher
- 19.4
Special Schools in NN16
1 in NN16. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Stone Lodge Therapeutic School
Kettering, NN16 8XF · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 77
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Private Schools in NN16
2 in NN16. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Stone Lodge Therapeutic School
Kettering, NN16 8XF · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 77
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Youth Works Community College
Northamptonshire, NN16 9HX · Independent · Secondary · Ages 13 to 16
- Ofsted:Good
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 4
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in NN16, on one map
Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.
- Outstanding2
- Good12
- Not graded yet3
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.
By age
What's on offer for each age
Pick a stage to see every NN16 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
NN16 has 17 schools and nurseries.
Dates to know
Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.
- 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
- 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
- 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
- 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.
Keep up with schools in NN16
Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.
Questions
Questions parents ask about NN16
Nearby areas
How many schools are in NN16?
NN16 has 17 schools, including 7 primary schools, 3 secondary schools, 8 nurseries, 2 independent schools, 1 special school. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in NN16?
The highest-ranked schools in NN16 on Eduscope are Brambleside Primary School, Kettering Buccleuch Academy, St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.
How many private schools are in NN16?
There are 2 independent schools in NN16. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in NN16 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in NN16?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 17 schools in NN16 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.
Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.