PrimaryData as of May 2026

Newton Road School

Newton Road, Rushden, NN10 0HH

Academy sponsor led

Pupils

221

Ages

4-11

FSM

40.7%

Capacity

285

Ofsted

Requires improvement

Jan 2025

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

43.0%

Writing

51.0%

Maths

63.0%

RWM Combined

40.0%

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About Newton Road School

Newton Road School is a primary school in Rushden, North Northamptonshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2025 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 40% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 221 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Newton Road, Rushden, NN10 0HH | More schools in North Northamptonshire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Newton Road School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Jan 2025 — Requires improvement
Sept 2022 — Requires improvement
Jan 2017 — Inadequate (predecessor: Risdene Academy)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Newton Road School

What is Newton Road School's Ofsted rating?

Newton Road School received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2025 inspection.

What are Newton Road School's latest exam results?

Newton Road School: KS2 2024/25: 40% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Newton Road School located?

Newton Road School is a primary school in Rushden, North Northamptonshire (NN10 0HH).

How many pupils attend Newton Road School?

Newton Road School has around 221 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Newton Road School with other schools?

View Newton Road School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in North Northamptonshire.