The short version
Average SATs results. At capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2020).
- SATs results are broadly in line with the national average, with 57% meeting the expected standard
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2020
- The school is at capacity (99% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
57%
-5.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
3%
-5.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
105
-1.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
105
0.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
104
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 9 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
11% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
1% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 23 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 13 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 28 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 7–11
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 358
- Capacity
- 99%
- FSM
- 24%
Governance
- Local authority
- North Northamptonshire
- Trust
- LEARNING FOR LIFE EDUCATION TRUST
- Head
- Mr Nicholas Garley (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
4 official reports linked on this page, including 3 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
College Street, Irthlingborough, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN9 5TX
Rural setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmIrthlingborough Nursery and Infant School
Primary · Very close
Huxlow Academy
Secondary · 511m away
Henry Chichele Primary School
Primary · 1.9km away
Higham Ferrers Nursery and Infant School
Primary · 2.6km away
Higham Ferrers Junior School
Primary · 2.7km away
Finedon Mulso Church of England Junior School
Primary · 2.8km away
Chelveston Road School
Free school · Grammar · 2.8km away
Questions parents ask
What is Irthlingborough Junior School's Ofsted rating?
Irthlingborough Junior School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in February 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Irthlingborough Junior School?
Irthlingborough Junior School currently has 358 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Irthlingborough Junior School take?
Irthlingborough Junior School caters for pupils aged 7 to 11. It is classified as a primary school.
Where is Irthlingborough Junior School?
Irthlingborough Junior School is in Wellingborough, NN9 5TX, in the North Northamptonshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Irthlingborough Junior School have a sixth form?
No, Irthlingborough Junior School does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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