Rowan Gate Primary School - Four Sites

  • Special
  • Local authority maintained
  • Ages 4 to 11
Ofsted: Outstanding

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

Expected standard in reading, writing and maths0%

0%, 62 percentage points below the England average of 62%.

Higher standard in reading, writing and maths0%

0%, 8 percentage points below the England average of 8%.

Pupil numbers and mix

309 pupils on roll, with places for 232

Eligible for free school meals38.2%

38.2%, 11.7 percentage points above the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language13.3%

13.3%, 8.3 percentage points below the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support0%

0%, 14.8 percentage points below the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan100%

100%, 94 percentage points above the England average of 6%.

Schools near Rowan Gate Primary School - Four Sites

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
Friars Academy0.9 milesOfsted: OutstandingNot published
Chelveston Road School4 milesOfsted: GoodNot published
Isebrook School6 milesOfsted: GoodAttainment 8: 0.1
Overstone Park School6 milesNo Ofsted inspectionAttainment 8: 4.6
Kingsley Special Academy6 milesOfsted: Outstanding0% 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
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.