New Horizons Academy is an alternative provision free school in Northampton, West Northamptonshire, for children and young people aged 4 to 16.
- Ages 4–16
- 50 pupils
- Ofsted: Inadequate
School details
- Type
- Alternative provision free school
- Ages
- 4 to 16
- Boys and girls
- Boys and girls
- Pupils
- 50 (places for 105)
- Headteacher
- Mr Matt Hance
- Part of
- Tove Learning Trust
- Opened
- 1 February 2024
- Free school meals
- 70% of pupils eligible
- Council
- West Northamptonshire
- School reference (URN)
- 150717
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
Special measures. Rated Inadequate, November 2023
Ofsted has placed this school in special measures.
Rated Inadequate at its last graded inspection, in November 2023.
- Quality of educationInadequate
- Behaviour and attitudesInadequate
- Personal developmentInadequate
- Leadership and managementInadequate
- SafeguardingEffective
Contact and getting there
59-77 Sheep Street, Northampton, NN1 2NE
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Directions: Walk Public transport Drive
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Questions about New Horizons Academy
How do I get a place at New Horizons Academy?
Places at New Horizons 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 New Horizons Academy take?
Aged 4 to 16, boys and girls.
What is New Horizons Academy’s Ofsted rating?
Rated Inadequate by Ofsted in November 2023 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 New Horizons Academy?
59-77 Sheep Street, Northampton, NN1 2NE, in West Northamptonshire.
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