The CE Academy is an alternative provision academy in Northampton, West Northamptonshire, for children and young people aged 11 to 16.
- Ages 11–16
- 124 pupils
School details
- Type
- Alternative provision academy
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Boys and girls
- Boys and girls
- Pupils
- 124 (places for 230)
- Headteacher
- Mr James Thomas
- Part of
- Tove Learning Trust
- Opened
- 1 September 2022
- Free school meals
- 67.7% of pupils eligible
- Council
- West Northamptonshire
- School reference (URN)
- 149432
How to get a place
3 steps
- Talk to your child’s school or the council
Places in alternative provision are usually arranged by your child’s current school or West Northamptonshire council, rather than applied for directly.
- If your child has an EHC plan
The placement should be agreed through the plan, with you involved in the decision.
- Get free, independent advice
Your local SENDIASS can explain your options and come to meetings with you.
Questions to ask when you visit
8 questions to tick off as you go
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Ofsted
Graded by area, July 2025
Inspected in July 2025. Inspections from September 2024 to November 2025 graded each area but gave no overall grade.
- Quality of educationGood
- Behaviour and attitudesGood
- Personal developmentGood
- Leadership and managementGood
- SafeguardingEffective
Contact and getting there
Poole Street, Northampton, NN1 3EX
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Directions: Walk Public transport Drive
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Questions about The CE Academy
How do I get a place at The CE Academy?
Places at The CE Academy are usually arranged by your child’s current school or West Northamptonshire council rather than applied for directly. If your child has an EHC plan, the placement should be agreed through it.
What ages does The CE Academy take?
Aged 11 to 16, boys and girls.
What is The CE Academy’s Ofsted rating?
Rated Inadequate by Ofsted in July 2025 at its last graded inspection. Newer inspections no longer give a single overall grade, so read the latest report for the full picture.
Where is The CE Academy?
Poole Street, Northampton, NN1 3EX, in West Northamptonshire.
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