The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2014).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 58.2 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2014
- This is a boys-only school
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
58.2
14.4 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
72%
29.8pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
76%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.05
Band 3Source: 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
96%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
92%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
1%
Employment
Directly into work
2%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
4%
Based on 213 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 8 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
8% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 20 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 14 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 120 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Boys
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,713
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 10.3%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- West Northamptonshire
- Trust
- THE NSB TRUST
- Head
- Mr Richard Bernard (Headmaster)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Billing Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 5RT
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmSt Andrew's College
Independent · 333m away
Barry Primary School
Primary · 523m away
Abington Vale Primary School
Primary · 643m away
Vernon Terrace Primary School
Primary · 826m away
Stimpson Avenue Academy
Primary · 865m away
Bridgewater Primary School
Primary · 1.1km away
WiEducate LTD
Special school · 1.5km away
Cedar Road Primary School
Primary · 1.5km away
Questions parents ask
Is Northampton School for Boys a selective school?
No. Northampton School for Boys is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Northampton School for Boys's Ofsted rating?
Northampton School for Boys was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in March 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Northampton School for Boys?
Northampton School for Boys currently has 1,713 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Northampton School for Boys take?
Northampton School for Boys caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Northampton School for Boys?
Northampton School for Boys is in Northampton, NN1 5RT, in the West Northamptonshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Northampton School for Boys have a sixth form?
Yes, Northampton School for Boys has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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