Byfield School
Bell Lane, Byfield, Byfield Primary School, Bell Lane, Byfield, Daventry, NN11 6USOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Byfield School is a primary school in Daventry for ages 2 to 11. It is one of the 204 schools in West Northamptonshire. It ranks 3rd of 11 primary schools in Daventry. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in January 2020.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 14 January 2020, report published 25 February 2020
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 17 December 2024
Pupils enjoy coming to this village school. They are happy and build strong relationships with each other. Pupils know that staff are there to help and support them, and they know who to turn to if they have any worries. Consequently, pupils feel safe and valued. Pupils model the school's values, which include being respectful, determined and caring. They respond eagerly to the school's high expectations of their behaviour and achievement. They strive to receive the school's 'Byfield all-star' and 'superhero' awards for trying their best. Pupils behave well. When needed, the school provides additional support for pupils to allow them to take part in all aspects of school life. This includes pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The school's motto, 'inspire, challenge and succeed' supports pupils to be resilient and independent in their learning. Pupils have ample opportunities to develop their talents and interests. Particular favourites include 'football Friday' and the school's eco club. The school provides many opportunities to enhance the curriculum. This includes visits to museums, dance festivals and to London. Pupils also enjoy talks from the police and local community members who encourage them to be aspirational about their futures.
What the school should improve
- The school has not ensured that the checks on pupils' learning are used well enough in some subjects. This means that pupils' misconceptions and gaps in their knowledge are sometimes not identified or resolved. The school should ensure that pupils' knowledge is checked carefully. It should use these checks to adjust the curriculum to make sure that pupils' knowledge is secure.
- Pupils' knowledge of the fundamental British values and of a range of faiths and cultures is not secure. They are not as well prepared for life beyond the local area as they could be. The school should ensure that pupils' experiences of a range of faiths and cultures and their understanding of the British values are secure, so that they are fully prepared for life in modern Britain.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
9 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
108 pupils on roll, with places for 105
Schools near Byfield School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Aston-le-Walls | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 29% met the expected standard |
| Woodford Halse Church of England Primary Academy | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 62% met the expected standard |
| Boddington Church of England Primary Academy | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Chipping Warden Primary Academy | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 33% met the expected standard |
| The Priors School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 82% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- STOWE VALLEY MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mr David Hibbert
- Phone
- 01327260349
- Address
- Bell Lane, Byfield, Byfield Primary School, Bell Lane, Byfield, Daventry, NN11 6US
- Local authority
- West Northamptonshire
- URN
- 143468
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.