New Horizons Academy
Free schools alternative provisionAges 4–16Mixed
59-77 Sheep Street, Northampton, NN1 2NE
Headteacher · Mr Matt Hance
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Key facts
Pupils50Capacity 105
OfstedInadequateInspected 14 November 2023
TrustTove Learning Trust
Free school meals70%
Ofsted
Inadequate
Graded inspection on 14 November 2023 (as The Spires Academy).
- Quality of educationInadequate
- Behaviour and attitudesInadequate
- Personal developmentInadequate
- Leadership and managementInadequate
- SafeguardingEffective
The school was placed in the category: Special measures.
Read the full Ofsted reportsOfsted management information, latest inspections as at 31 August 2026.
Reception applications close 15 January 2027
For September 2027. Apply through West Northamptonshire council, not the school. National offer day is 16 April 2027.
How to apply in West NorthamptonshireNearby schools for the same ages
- Castle Academy0.1 mi
- Spring Lane Primary School0.2 mi
- Northampton International Academy0.3 mi
- The CE Academy0.5 mi
- St James Church of England Primary School0.8 mi