The short version
Below-average GCSE results. 81% capacity. Rated Inadequate by Ofsted (2022).
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 36.4 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Inadequate by Ofsted in 2022
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
51%
-11.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
0%
-8.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
103
-3.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
103
-2.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
102
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Official DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
36.4
7.4 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
28%
13.7pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
13%
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
84%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
79%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
2%
Employment
Directly into work
3%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
11%
Based on 281 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 16 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
26% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
6% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 20 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 12 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 151 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Free schools
- Phase
- All-through
- Ages
- 4–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,806
- Capacity
- 81%
- FSM
- 25.8%
Governance
- Local authority
- West Northamptonshire
- Trust
- EAST MIDLANDS ACADEMY TRUST
- Head
- Mr Martin Serrao
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
6 official reports linked on this page, including 5 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Barrack Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1AA
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmCastle Academy
Primary · Very close
Hampton Bridge School
Independent · Very close
Bosworth Independent School
Independent · Very close
New Horizons Academy
Free school · 408m away
The CE Academy
Academy · 581m away
Spring Lane Primary School
Primary · 613m away
Progress Schools - Northamptonshire
Independent · 763m away
Earl Spencer Primary School
Primary · 1.1km away
Questions parents ask
What is Northampton International Academy's Ofsted rating?
Northampton International Academy was rated Inadequate at its most recent inspection in October 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Northampton International Academy?
Northampton International Academy currently has 1,806 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Northampton International Academy take?
Northampton International Academy caters for pupils aged 4 to 18. It is classified as a all-through school.
Where is Northampton International Academy?
Northampton International Academy is in Northampton, NN1 1AA, in the West Northamptonshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Northampton International Academy have a sixth form?
Yes, Northampton International Academy has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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