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John Hellins Primary School

Brownswood Drive, Potterspury, Towcester, NN12 7PG

A Outstanding-rated primary school in Towcester where 93% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

Community school

Pupils

201

Ages

4-11

FSM

8.5%

Capacity

210

Ofsted

Outstanding

Apr 2025

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

93.0%

Writing

93.0%

Maths

93.0%

RWM Combined

93.0%

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About John Hellins Primary School

John Hellins Primary School is a primary school in Towcester, West Northamptonshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2025 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 79 responses), 98% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 93% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 201 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Brownswood Drive, Towcester, NN12 7PG | More schools in West Northamptonshire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for John Hellins Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Apr 2025 — Outstanding
May 2022 — School remains Outstanding (Concerns) - S5 …
Oct 2016 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about John Hellins Primary School

What is John Hellins Primary School's Ofsted rating?

John Hellins Primary School received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2025 inspection.

What do parents say about John Hellins Primary School?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 79 responses): 98% of parents would recommend John Hellins Primary School.

What are John Hellins Primary School's latest exam results?

John Hellins Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 93% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is John Hellins Primary School located?

John Hellins Primary School is a primary school in Towcester, West Northamptonshire (NN12 7PG).

How many pupils attend John Hellins Primary School?

John Hellins Primary School has around 201 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare John Hellins Primary School with other schools?

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