Bosworth Independent School
Bosworth Independent School is an independent school in Northampton for pupils aged 11 to 22. It has 220 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Bosworth Independent School is Good, from an inspection in May 2012. In 2025 its average Attainment 8 score was 8.5, and 1% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: May 2012. GCSE results: 2025. A-level results: 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 11-22 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | The Newton Building St. Georges Avenue Northampton NN2 6JA |
| Phone | 01604239995 |
| Reference Number | 122149 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 220 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 46.82%
Girls: 53.18% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Bosworth Independent College has made good progress since its previous inspection in 2011 and now meets all regulatory requirements. During this monitoring inspection, it was noted that the college has effectively implemented its action plan, addressing previous concerns related to staff vetting, fire safety drills, and safeguarding procedures. The improvements reflect the college's commitment to ensuring the welfare and safety of its students, particularly its boarding population.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 01 May 2012 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 01 May 2012 | Monitoring inspection |
| 20 Sep 2011 | Standard inspection: |
| 07 May 2008 | Standard inspection: |
| 17 Nov 2003 | Standard inspection |
Strengths
- Rigorous staff vetting and health checks have been implemented.
- Fire evacuation procedures are now conducted regularly with proper documentation.
- Improvements in leisure and cultural activities for students, including options specifically for girls.
- Effective systems for recording and addressing safeguarding concerns.
- Host families are now fully vetted with comprehensive safeguarding discussions.
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 8.5 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 1.1% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 0% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 27.3 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Average Points (best 3) | 27.57 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | C- | C+ | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | C- | C+ | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 16.2% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
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Unlock for £9.99In 2025–26, 9.5% of pupils at Bosworth Independent School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 0.9% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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What is Bosworth Independent School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Bosworth Independent School is Good, from an inspection in May 2012.
When was Bosworth Independent School last inspected by Ofsted?
Bosworth Independent School was last inspected in May 2012.
How many pupils does Bosworth Independent School have?
Bosworth Independent School has 220 pupils on roll.
What age range does Bosworth Independent School cover?
Bosworth Independent School for pupils aged 11 to 22.
What are Bosworth Independent School's GCSE results?
In 2025 its average Attainment 8 score was 8.5, and 1% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Bosworth Independent School?
Bosworth Independent School is at The Newton Building, St. Georges Avenue, Northampton, NN2 6JA.