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About

At Kingsthorpe Grove Primary School, we are dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and inspiring environment where every pupil can thrive. Our core values guide all aspects of school life, from classroom learning to playground experiences, ensuring that each child receives the best possible education and care.

Here's how each of our values supports your child's learning, development, and well-being: Children are able to socialise and express themselves through good communication, both written and verbal, as well as being able to express themselves in other ways.

We understand that open, honest, and respectful communication is essential in building strong partnerships between school and home. By keeping parents and carers well-informed about their child's progress, achievements, and any concerns, we ensure that everyone is working together to support the child's growth.

We also encourage pupils to develop their communication skills by expressing themselves confidently and listening to others. This helps them both academically and socially, as they learn to engage with their friends, peers, teachers, and the wider community. We are always available to discuss any questions or concerns, so that your child's voice is heard and valued.

In the school’s own words, from the school website.

Enrichment

4 activitiesiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.
  • Climbing
  • Gardening
  • Forest School
  • Protective Behaviours

Awards

4 awardsiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.
  • Anti-Bullying CharterRecognised award
  • Food for LifeRecognised award
  • Healthy SchoolsHealth and wellbeing
  • Sport EnglandRecognised award

Key facts

URN
121943
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Ages
3 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Nursery
Has Nursery Classes
Local authority
West Northamptonshire
Constituency
Northampton North
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Opened
1900

Governing body (1 current, 1 former)

Maintained school governing body.

Leadership

NameRoleHow appointedTerm
Mr Frank AshbyChair of GovernorsAppointed by GB/boardsince 2026 · until 2030
Mr Frank Ashby FormerChair of GovernorsAppointed by GB/boardsince 2020 · term ended 2026

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