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This is an outstanding school The highly ambitious and unwavering determination of the principal, supported by senior leaders and governors, ensures that standards of academic achievement, personal development and behaviour are exceptionally high.
Pupils' personal development and the welfare of pupils is outstanding. Leaders are highly committed to ensuring the well-being of pupils and staff. Leaders have established a strong culture of vigilance, and effective arrangements are in place to safeguard pupils, particularly those at risk of harm.
Pupils and staff are proud to be members of the school's community. The overwhelming majority of parents and carers who... shared their opinions would strongly recommend the school. The behaviour of pupils is exemplary.
Relationships between pupils and with staff are extremely positive. Pupils value their education and rarely miss a day from school. Expectations are consistently high, and pupils are very responsive to these.
Pupils appreciate the wide variety of extra-curricular activities available to them. The quality of teaching, learning and assessment is consistently high. Pupils are enthusiastic learners and they maximise opportunities to improve their learning.
Learning in the early years is outstanding. Children make substantial progress from their starting points. Over time, a high proportion of children have reached a good level of development.
Children are extremely well prepared for Year 1. Pupils' academic achievement is strong. At key stage 1, the proportion of pupils achieving at least the expected standard in reading, writing and mathematics exceeds the national average.
The proportion of Year 1 pupils meeting the national standard in phonics has been well above average for the past two years. Staff ensure that the needs of vulnerable learners are met. Disadvantaged pupils and pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) achieve as well as other pupils in the school.
The leadership of the curriculum is strong, with a clear vision for the future as new key stages commence. Leaders are aware of the need to ensure that the very best standards are maintained as the curriculum continues to evolve.
Information about this school
Wootton Park School is much smaller than the average-sized all-through school.
It opened in September 2016. Currently the school is providing for children and pupils in the Reception classes, key stage 1 and key stage 3. The first classes in key stages 2 and 4 are due to commence in September 2019.
The school is currently housed in temporary classrooms, while a new school building is constructed. It is anticipated that the new building will be ready for occupation from September 2020. The school forms the single academy of the Northamptonshire Free School Trust.
The governing body is currently the appropriate authority. The school is also a member of the SWAN Teaching School Alliance. The proportion of pupils who are disadvantaged is below the national average.
The proportion of pupils with SEND is well above the national average. The proportion of pupils who have an education, health and care plan is below average. The school used no alternative provision at the time of the inspection.
