MixedIndependent

Pitsford School

Northampton, West Northamptonshire, East Midlands · NN6 9AX

An intimate independent school of around 220 pupils, Pitsford School in Northampton offers a small-scale, all-through-style education in which children are likely to be known as individuals rather than numbers. It is co-educational and non-denominational, taking pupils from age 11 with a formal 11+ entry route. Inspected by the ISI, it sits within West Northamptonshire and suits families who value a close-knit community over the scale of a larger institution. The school is led by Head Dr Craig Walker.

220

Pupils

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Overview & data

Gender
Mixed
Type
independent (fee-paying) school
Pupils
220
Location
Northampton, West Northamptonshire, East Midlands
Website
www.pitsfordschool.com

Entrance & admissions

Entry age
11

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Headteacher

Head Dr Craig Walker

Latest results

Attainment 8

35.1

National average 46.9

GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)

0%

National average 47%

Teaching & academics

Pitsford offers a broad qualification mix at senior level, combining GCSEs and A-levels with BTEC options and the Extended Project Qualification, giving older pupils both academic and more applied routes. Published attainment figures sit below national averages, with an Attainment 8 score of 35.1 against 46.9 nationally, so prospective families may wish to discuss recent results and the school's approach to progress directly. The presence of the EPQ signals an emphasis on independent study skills alongside the core curriculum.

Sixth form

Qualifications offered

A-levelGCSEBTECEPQ

Ethos & heritage

Religious character
None
Boarding
No

Inspection reports

The last word

A small, mixed independent for families who prize personal attention and a varied qualification offer; well worth a closer look at how it supports each child's progress.

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Pitsford School 11+: frequently asked questions

Where is Pitsford School located?

Pitsford School is located at Moulton Road, Pitsford, Northampton, NN6 9AX.

What type of school is Pitsford School?

Pitsford School is an independent (fee-paying) school in East Midlands.

How many pupils attend Pitsford School?

Pitsford School has approximately 220 pupils on roll.

Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.