Finedon Infant School
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 5-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Orchard Road Finedon Wellingborough Northamptonshire NN9 5JG |
| Reference Number | 141899 |
Finedon Infant School is performing well, achieving a good overall effectiveness rating. The school is characterized by a caring and inclusive environment, where students feel part of a community rooted in values like kindness and respect. Pupils, especially those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), perform well academically, thanks in part to a strong emphasis on phonics and reading fluency. The curriculum is ambitious and engaging, and the school ensures that students enjoy their learning experiences, both in the classroom and during extracurricular activities.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 149 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 44.3%
Girls: 55.7% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 21.5% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 6% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 24.8 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 24.8 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 28 | 29 | 57 |
| 2 | 15 | 31 | 46 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 77.2% |
| White, Other | 4.7% |
| African | 4.7% |
| Mixed, Other | 4% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 2.7% |
| White & Black (African) | 2% |
| Asian, Other | 1.3% |
| White & Asian | 0.7% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 18 Oct 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 18 Oct 2023 | School inspection: |
| 23 Jan 2018 | Short inspection |
| 08 Apr 2015 | Academy conversion letter |
| 17 Sep 2013 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Finedon Infant School | |
| 17 Sep 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 12 May 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 12 May 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 20 Feb 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 20 Feb 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 27 Jan 2003 | Full inspection |
| 27 Jan 2003 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong emphasis on reading and phonics from the start.
- Inclusive school environment that supports SEND students well.
- Ambitious and engaging curriculum that promotes high levels of engagement.
- Well-resourced library frequently used by pupils.
- Strong relationships among pupils and between pupils and staff.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent opportunities to check curriculum implementation in some foundation subjects.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 16 | 1 |
| Third Preference | 6 | 1 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Finedon Mulso Church of England Junior School
Wellingborough Road, Finedon, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN9 5JT |
0.11 miles |
|
Irthlingborough Junior School
College Street, Irthlingborough, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN9 5TX |
1.82 miles |
|
Irthlingborough Nursery and Infant School
Scarborough Street, Irthlingborough, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN9 5TT |
1.83 miles |
|
St. Marys CofE Primary School
St Mary's C of E Primary Academy, High Street, Burton Latimer, Kettering, Northamptonshire, NN15 5RL |
1.96 miles |
|
Meadowside Primary School
Park Road, Burton Latimer, Kettering, Northamptonshire, NN15 5QY |
2.11 miles |
|
Stanton Cross Primary School
Waverley Drive, Stanton Cross, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN8 1GN |
2.19 miles |
|
Isham Church of England Primary School
Church Street, Isham, Kettering, Northamptonshire, NN14 1HD |
2.36 miles |
|
Oakway Academy
102 Oakway, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN8 4SD |
2.47 miles |
|
Rowan Gate Primary School - Four Sites
Rowan Gate Primary School, Finedon Road, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN8 4NS |
2.51 miles |
|
Highfield Nursery School
Finedon Road, Wellingborough, NN8 4AB |
2.55 miles |
|
Victoria Primary Academy
Finedon Road, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN8 4NT |
2.56 miles |
|
The Avenue Infant School
The Avenue, The Avenue Infant School, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN8 4ET |
2.89 miles |
|
The Glenvale Church of England Primary School
30 Beaumont Road, Wellingborough, NN8 6BP |
2.9 miles |
|
Park Junior School, Wellingborough
Great Park Street, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN8 4PH |
2.91 miles |
|
Redwell Primary School
Barnwell Road, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN8 5LQ |
2.94 miles |
|
Little Harrowden Community Primary School
School Lane, Little Harrowden, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN9 5BN |
2.94 miles |
|
Henry Chichele Primary School
School Lane, Higham Ferrers, Northamptonshire, NN10 8NQ |
2.96 miles |
|
Refocus
6 Knox Road, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN8 1HW |
2.97 miles |
|
All Saints CEVA Primary School and Nursery
Castle Street, All Saints Ceva Primary School and Nursery Unit, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN8 1LS |
3.02 miles |
|
Cranford CofE Primary School
Church Lane, Cranford, Kettering, NN14 4AE |
3.04 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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Huxlow Academy
Finedon Road, Irthlingborough, Northamptonshire, NN9 5TY |
1.51 miles |
|
Sir Christopher Hatton Academy
The Pyghtle, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN8 4RP |
2.74 miles |
|
Wellingborough School
London Road, Wellingborough, NN8 2BX |
3.25 miles |
|
Wrenn School
London Road, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN8 2DQ |
3.33 miles |
|
The Latimer Arts College
Castle Way, Barton Seagrave, Kettering, Northamptonshire, NN15 6SW |
3.36 miles |
|
Friars Academy
Friars Close, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN8 2LA |
3.39 miles |
|
Rushden Academy
Hayway, Rushden, Northamptonshire, NN10 6AG |
3.5 miles |
|
Chelveston Road School
Chelveston Road, Higham Ferrers, Northamptonshire, NN10 8HN |
3.56 miles |
|
Weavers Academy
Brickhill Road, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN8 3JH |
3.63 miles |
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The Ferrers School
Queensway, Higham Ferrers, Rushden, Northamptonshire, NN10 8LF |
3.7 miles |
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Isebrook School
Eastleigh Road, Kettering, Northamptonshire, NN15 6PT |
4.06 miles |
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Southfield School for Girls
Lewis Road, Kettering, Northamptonshire, NN15 6HE |
4.25 miles |
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Bishop Stopford School
Headlands, Kettering, Northamptonshire, NN15 6BJ |
4.48 miles |
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Kettering Science Academy
Deeble Road, Kettering, Northamptonshire, NN15 7AA |
4.68 miles |