Laxton Junior School A GSG School
- Laxton Junior School
East Road
Oundle
Northamptonshire
PE8 4BX - Head: Mrs Lydia Waller
- T 01832 277275
- F 01832 277271
- E admissions@laxtonjunior.org.uk
- W www.laxtonjunior.org.uk/
- An independent school for boys and girls aged from 4 to 11.
- Boarding: No
- Local authority: North Northamptonshire
- Pupils: 259
- Religion: Church of England
- Fees: £14,814 - £21,528 pa (last updated on 21/01/2025)
- Open days: Check website for open events, open days are held three times a year, usually October, January and May.
- Review: View The Good Schools Guide Review
- Ofsted report: View the Ofsted report
- Linked schools: Oundle School
What The Good Schools Guide says..
All parents commented on how well staff knew their children and motivated them. ‘A fabulous all round education,’ came up more than once. The children are bright and cheerful, as are the staff. We were greeted with friendly smiles by all on our tour. Active school council with representatives from all years who have just introduced a ‘friendship bench’ in the playground. ‘It’s where you can go if you are feeling sad, lonely or cross. It’s like a buddy bench. Sit there and someone will…
What the school says...
Founded in 1973, Laxton Junior School is housed in purpose built premises, located in the picturesque market town of Oundle. The school offers a broad and well-balanced curriculum where children are encouraged to fulfil their potential in a happy, secure environment, supported by a dedicated team of professionals. Through the academic curriculum and nurturing pastoral system, the school aims to lay solid foundations in the development of well-motivated, confident and happy individuals who are always willing to give of their best on the road to high achievement. Ask a pupil or parent what they like about Laxton Junior School and they will always mention the extra-curricular activities. In addition to the traditional games coaching that takes place, a huge variety of minority interests and hobbies are offered. Ensembles, choirs and other groups also provide an exciting range of musical opportunities and experiences. ...Read more
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What The Good Schools Guide says
Head
Since September 2023, Lydia Waller. She joined the school from Pennthorpe in West Sussex, a coeducational prep school, where she was interim head. During her ten years at Pennthorpe, her roles included head of English, assistant head pastoral, and deputy head. She has also held teaching positions at Heath Mount School and Bishop’s Stortford College Junior School. Mrs Waller holds a master’s in school improvement and educational leadership.
Entrance
Entry into reception is non-selective but the children have three visits to the school prior to starting so staff get to know them. Entry after that depends on previous school records. Assessment for the older pupils. Reasoning paper and maths and English tests for key stage 1, Saturday exam for older ones. ‘There is no pass or fail as such, but it allows us to discuss the...
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