Special schoolData as of May 2026

Northgate School Academy Trust

Queen's Park Parade, Kingsthorpe, Northampton, NN2 6LR

Academy special converter · Ages 11–18 · Mixed

Ofsted

Good

Jun 2025

Historical inspection outcome; read the latest report for the full findings.

Academic picture

7.7school · 46.0 national reference

Attainment 8 · 2024/25. Average GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage.

Why is Progress 8 unavailable?

Progress 8 is unavailable nationally for this year because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled. This is not a negative judgement on the school.

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8

7.7

Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

1.2%

Basics 9-5

5.3%

Exam attainment

Attainment 8 · GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage or a measure of progress.

School · 2024/25

7.7

National · same year

46.0

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Attainment 8 values by academic year
Year	School	National
2023/24	8.5	46.4
2024/25	7.7	46.0

Learning progress

Progress 8 · Progress compared with pupils who had similar prior attainment. Zero is the national progress baseline.

School · 2024/25

Not available

National · same year

Not available

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Progress 8 values by academic year
Year	School	National
2023/24	-1.09	0.00
2024/25	Not available	Not available

Progress 8 is unavailable for 2024/25 because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled nationally. Missing values are not zero.

Grades at or above each threshold

These percentages overlap: grades 9–7 are also included in 9–5 and 9–4. Do not add the lines together.

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available for 2 years

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry

0.0%

EBacc APS

0.50

EBacc 9-5

0.0%

EBacc 9-4

0.0%

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Nearby secondary schools

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Cambian Northampton School

0.18 km away · Other independent special school

Malcolm Arnold Academy

0.74 km away · Academy sponsor led

Good

Bosworth Independent School

0.96 km away · Other independent school

Hampton Bridge School

0.97 km away · Other independent special school

Northampton International Academy

1.25 km away · Free schools

Inadequate

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About Northgate School Academy Trust

Northgate School Academy Trust is a secondary school in Northampton, West Northamptonshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2025 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 47 responses), 96% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 7.7. The school has around 274 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Queen's Park Parade, Northampton, NN2 6LR | More schools in West Northamptonshire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Northgate School Academy Trust, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Jun 2025 — Good
May 2023 — School remains Outstanding (Concerns) - S5 …
Jan 2013 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Northgate School Academy Trust

What is Northgate School Academy Trust's Ofsted rating?

Northgate School Academy Trust received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2025 inspection.

What do parents say about Northgate School Academy Trust?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 47 responses): 96% of parents would recommend Northgate School Academy Trust.

What are Northgate School Academy Trust's latest exam results?

Northgate School Academy Trust: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 7.7. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is Northgate School Academy Trust located?

Northgate School Academy Trust is a secondary school in Northampton, West Northamptonshire (NN2 6LR).

How many pupils attend Northgate School Academy Trust?

Northgate School Academy Trust has around 274 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Northgate School Academy Trust with other schools?

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