Rowan Gate Primary School - Four Sites
Rowan Gate Primary School, Finedon Road, Wellingborough, NN8 4NSOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Rowan Gate Primary School - Four Sites is a special school in Wellingborough for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 153 schools in North Northamptonshire. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in March 2014.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 5 March 2014, report published 26 March 2014
- Overall effectiveness
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Outstanding
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 25 February 2025
Rowan Gate is a lovely school. This is the view of many parents and carers and pupils. It is clear to see why they say this. Pupils are exceptionally well cared for at this welcoming and supportive school. Staff know the pupils incredibly well. Their detailed knowledge of each pupil's special educational needs and/or disability enables them to provide precise support so that pupils flourish. The school continues to provide a high-quality education across all of its sites. Staff have a united passion for pupils to achieve their highest potential. Their commitment to following the 'Rowan Gate way' ensures that all pupils experience a familiar and consistent approach. Pupils develop strong working relationships with staff. Pupils know staff will support them to learn and will look after them. Pupils engage well in their learning. They have positive attitudes to their education. Pupils who are nonverbal are helped to communicate their needs and desires. Staff's detailed understanding of how these pupils communicate means they can respond accurately to how pupils are feeling. This ensures that these pupils do not become anxious or frustrated. The personal development of pupils is excellent. The school provides them with a vast range of experiences that prepare them well for their next steps.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
29 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
309 pupils on roll, with places for 232
Schools near Rowan Gate Primary School - Four Sites
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friars Academy | 0.9 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | Not published |
| Chelveston Road School | 4 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Isebrook School | 6 miles | Ofsted: Good | Attainment 8: 0.1 |
| Overstone Park School | 6 miles | No Ofsted inspection | Attainment 8: 4.6 |
| Kingsley Special Academy | 6 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | 0% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Community special school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Headteacher
- Mrs Laura Clarke MBE
- Phone
- 01933304970
- Address
- Rowan Gate Primary School, Finedon Road, Wellingborough, NN8 4NS
- Local authority
- North Northamptonshire
- URN
- 131079
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.