- Ofsted:Strong standard or better
Results well above the England average.
68 first choices, 58 offers made
Met the standard at 1187%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.7%
- Pupils
- 413
- Pupils per teacher
- 21.2
Schools in NN4
A postcode district in West Northamptonshire
- Postcode district
- 37 schools and nurseries
In short: NN4 is a postcode district in West Northamptonshire with 19 primary schools, 6 secondary schools and 17 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries3719 primary · 6 secondary · 17 nurseries
Top-rated
All NN4 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in NN4
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 NN4
19 in NN4, best first
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
56 first choices, 59 offers made
Met the standard at 1173%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.3%
- Pupils
- 350
- Pupils per teacher
- 22.0
- Ofsted:Outstanding in every area
Results well above the England average.
66 first choices, 60 offers made
Met the standard at 1181%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.1%
- Pupils
- 418
- Pupils per teacher
- 21.8
Top Secondary Schools in NN4
6 in NN4, best first
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
301 first choices, 112 offers made
Met the standard at 1176%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 5.4%
- Pupils
- 1,670
- Pupils per teacher
- 20.2
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
156 first choices, 210 offers made
Met the standard at 1172%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 7.3%
- Pupils
- 2,049
- Pupils per teacher
- 19.7
- Ofsted:Needs attention in 6 areas
Results close to the England average.
114 first choices, 227 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1644.6
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 8.9%
- Pupils
- 1,296
- Pupils per teacher
- 19.3
Nurseries in NN4
17 in NN4, highest Ofsted grade first
Busy Bees Day Nursery at Northampton Wootton Fields
Northampton, NN4 6DY · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Kiddi Caru Nursery
Northampton, NN4 5DW · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Simon De Senlis Pre-School
Northampton, NN4 0PH · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in NN4
6 in NN4, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
301 first choices, 112 offers made
Met the standard at 1176%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 5.4%
- Pupils
- 1,670
- Pupils per teacher
- 20.2
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
156 first choices, 210 offers made
Met the standard at 1172%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 7.3%
- Pupils
- 2,049
- Pupils per teacher
- 19.7
- Ofsted:Needs attention in 6 areas
Results close to the England average.
114 first choices, 227 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1644.6
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 8.9%
- Pupils
- 1,296
- Pupils per teacher
- 19.3
Private Schools in NN4
2 in NN4. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Oneschool Global Uk, Northampton Campus
Northampton, NN4 8QS · Independent · All-through · Ages 7 to 18
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 163
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Northampton High School GDST
Nn4 6uu · Independent · All-through · Ages 2 to 18 · Girls
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 427
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in NN4, 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.
- Outstanding7
- Good19
- Not graded yet11
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 NN4 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
NN4 has 37 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 NN4
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 NN4
Nearby areas
How many schools are in NN4?
NN4 has 37 schools, including 19 primary schools, 6 secondary schools, 17 nurseries, 2 independent schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in NN4?
The highest-ranked schools in NN4 on Eduscope are Pineham Barns Primary School, Briar Hill Primary School & Nursery, Preston Hedges 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 NN4?
There are 2 independent schools in NN4. 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 NN4 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in NN4?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 37 schools in NN4 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.