The short version
Above-average SATs results. Nearly full. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2014).
- SATs results are above the national average, with 67% meeting the expected standard (national: 62%)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2014
- The school is nearly full at 93% capacity
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
67%
+5.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
50%
+42.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
112
+6.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
110
+5.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
112
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 6 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 18 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 9 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 7 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 4–11
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 65
- Capacity
- 93%
- FSM
- 1.5%
Governance
- Local authority
- West Northamptonshire
- Head
- Mr Geoff Woods (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
5 official reports linked on this page, including 4 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Draughton Road, Maidwell, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN6 9JF
Rural setting
Questions parents ask
What is Maidwell Primary School's Ofsted rating?
Maidwell Primary School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in January 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Maidwell Primary School?
Maidwell Primary School currently has 65 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Maidwell Primary School take?
Maidwell Primary School caters for pupils aged 4 to 11. It is classified as a primary school.
Where is Maidwell Primary School?
Maidwell Primary School is in Northampton, NN6 9JF, in the West Northamptonshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Maidwell Primary School have a sixth form?
No, Maidwell Primary School does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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