Cambian Northampton School
Cambian Northampton School is an independent special school in Northampton for pupils aged 11 to 16. It has 30 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Cambian Northampton School is Good, from an inspection in January 2024. In 2025 its average Attainment 8 score was 13.0, and 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: January 2024. GCSE results: 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 67a Queens Park Parade Kingsthorpe Northampton NN2 6LR |
| Phone | 01604719711 |
| Reference Number | 131802 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 30 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 66.67%
Girls: 33.33% |
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 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Cambian Northampton has demonstrated a strong performance in its recent inspection, achieving an overall effectiveness rating of 'Good'. The school excels in providing a nurturing environment where pupils feel safe and supported, leading to significant improvements in their behavior and engagement with learning. The leadership is noted for its moral purpose and ambition to ensure all pupils succeed, and personal development is highlighted as outstanding, with pupils participating in various enriching activities that foster their resilience and independence. Despite its strengths, there are areas for improvement, particularly in ensuring that all subject curriculums are equally robust, specifically regarding the development of subject-specific skills over time. The school has made strides since its previous inspection in 2019, maintaining good standards while focusing on the specific needs of students with social, emotional, and mental health difficulties. Overall, the school meets independent school standards and continues to prioritize the well-being and education of its pupils.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 14 Nov 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 14 Nov 2023 | Standard inspection: |
| 22 Oct 2019 | Standard inspection: |
| 27 Mar 2019 | Additional inspection |
| 05 Oct 2017 | Additional inspection |
| 28 Mar 2017 | Standard inspection: |
| 25 Feb 2014 | Standard inspection: |
| 07 Oct 2011 | Monitoring inspection |
| 07 Jul 2011 | Monitoring inspection |
| 19 Oct 2010 | Standard inspection: |
| 23 Mar 2009 | Monitoring inspection |
| 07 Nov 2007 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Exceptional personal development opportunities for pupils.
- Strong engagement and high expectations of behavior.
- Effective leadership with a clear moral purpose.
- Ambitious and broad curriculum tailored to pupils' needs.
- Strong focus on developing reading skills and supporting literacy.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistencies in how some subject curriculums develop specific skills over time.
Ofsted Parent View
The latest published parent view scores are from 2022. Ofsted only publish scores if there have been more than 10 responses to the survey.
| Strongly Agree | Agree | Disagree | Strongly Disagree | Don't Know | Total Responses | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. My child is happy at this school. | 17 | 11 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 33 |
| 2. My child feels safe at this school. | 18 | 9 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 33 |
| 3. The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved. | 11 | 9 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 33 |
| 4. My child has been bullied and the school dealt with the bullying quickly and effectively. | 20 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| 5. The school makes me aware of what my child will learn during the year. | 11 | 12 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 33 |
| 6. When I have raised concerns with the school they have been dealt with properly. | 6 | 14 | 6 | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| 7. My child has SEND, and the school gives them the support they need to succeed. | ||||||
| 8. The school has high expectations for my child. | 12 | 12 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 33 |
| 9. My child does well at this school. | 11 | 17 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 33 |
| 10. The school lets me know how my child is doing. | 7 | 17 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 33 |
| 11. There is a good range of subjects available to my child at this school. | 12 | 13 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 33 |
| 12. My child can take part in clubs and activities at this school. | 11 | 13 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 33 |
| 13. The school supports my child’s wider personal development. | 9 | 9 | 8 | 1 | 6 | 33 |
| 14. I would recommend this school to another parent. | 23 | 10 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 13 | 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 | 0% | 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 |
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Unlock for £9.99In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Cambian Northampton School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 100.0% 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 Cambian Northampton School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Cambian Northampton School is Good, from an inspection in January 2024.
When was Cambian Northampton School last inspected by Ofsted?
Cambian Northampton School was last inspected in January 2024.
How many pupils does Cambian Northampton School have?
Cambian Northampton School has 30 pupils on roll.
What age range does Cambian Northampton School cover?
Cambian Northampton School for pupils aged 11 to 16.
What are Cambian Northampton School's GCSE results?
In 2025 its average Attainment 8 score was 13.0, and 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Cambian Northampton School?
Cambian Northampton School is at 67a Queens Park Parade, Kingsthorpe, Northampton, NN2 6LR.