On Track Education Northampton

This was a material change inspection, not a standard graded inspection. On Track Education Northampton is an independent special school for pupils aged 11 to 19 with social, emotional, behavioural and mental health difficulties; all pupils have an EHC plan and many have not succeeded in previous settings. The school applied to add additional premises and increase the maximum number of pupils, and inspectors assessed its likely compliance with the independent school standards. The overall outcome is that the school is likely to meet the relevant standards if the material changes are implemented. The report found strong leadership and management for the proposed expansion. The proprietor has a positive record of running and expanding schools, has secured occupancy of the new site, and has credible plans, structures and training to replicate the main site's quality at the new site. Safeguarding is central to the school's ethos; staff are vigilant, act appropriately on concerns, work well with external agencies, and pupils say they feel safe and supported. Health and safety, fire safety, risk assessment, safer recruitment, premises, accessibility, and staffing arrangements were all found likely to meet the relevant standards for both sites. No concerns or weaknesses were identified in this inspection. The report notes that this is the second material change inspection, following one in January 2026, and that the school has undergone significant change since then by gaining access to and preparing the new site.

Strengths

• The proprietor has a positive history of running and expanding schools.
• Leaders have a well-considered plan, structures and training for successful growth.
• Safeguarding is fundamental to the school's ethos and pupils feel safe.
• Staff are vigilant to potential harm and take appropriate action on concerns.
• Leaders work well with external agencies and keep clear records for vulnerable pupils.
• Pupils feel comfortable sharing worries and seeking help from staff.
• Health and safety policies and routine checks are appropriate at both sites.
• Fire-safety arrangements, equipment and evacuation practices are suitable.
• Safer recruitment practices ensure background checks are completed before staff begin.
• The single central record is properly maintained and regularly audited.
• Both sites are well maintained and have sufficient space for the proposed pupil increase.
• Toilet, washing, shower and changing facilities support pupils' hygiene and privacy.
• Medical and therapy rooms have the necessary equipment and facilities.
• Acoustics, lighting, drinking water and outdoor space are suitable at both sites.
• Accessibility plans meet the requirements of the Equality Act 2010.
• Staffing at the main site is sufficient and plans exist to maintain ratios at the new site.
• Risk assessments identify hazards and mitigations, including individual pupil risk assessments.

In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at On Track Education Northampton 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 On Track Education Northampton's Ofsted rating?

The latest Ofsted rating for On Track Education Northampton is Outstanding, from an inspection in September 2026.

When was On Track Education Northampton last inspected by Ofsted?

On Track Education Northampton was last inspected in September 2026.

How many pupils does On Track Education Northampton have?

On Track Education Northampton has 44 pupils on roll.

What age range does On Track Education Northampton cover?

On Track Education Northampton for pupils aged 11 to 19.

What are On Track Education Northampton's GCSE results?

In 2023 its average Attainment 8 score was 7.3, and 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.

Where is On Track Education Northampton?

On Track Education Northampton is at On Track Education, unit 6 , Quarry Park Close, Moulton park, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN3 6QB.