³Ô¹ÏÌìÌÃ

State School
#9 in Best Secondary Schools in West Northamptonshire

The Duston School - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)

The Duston School
The Duston School
1 schools in compare list

Do you work at The Duston School?

Let’s update your profile for free!
B-
Overall ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌà Grade
The quality of education Good
Behaviour and attitudes Good
Personal development Good
Leadership and management Good
Early years provision Good
Previous inspection grade Requires Improvement
Sixth-form provision Good
Quick insights from ofsted Powered by AI

This insight was generated by AI, based on latest Ofsted report.

Academic Progress: Pupils learn well in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave very well in lessons and during social times.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Staff quickly help pupils who need additional support to catch up in reading.
Teacher Engagement: Staff overwhelmingly say that they are proud to work at the school.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teachers plan learning which revisits and builds on what pupils already know.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Leaders have provided effective training for staff.
Communication with Parents: School communicates regularly with parents about attendance and progress.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents are involved through regular support and feedback systems.
Parent Satisfaction: Some parents of SEND pupils feel their children's needs aren't consistently met.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders are accessible and address issues promptly.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leaders have worked resolutely to improve the curriculum.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Bullying is dealt with quickly and effectively.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Pupils conduct is very positive; a calm and orderly environment is established.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Pupils learn to recognize risk and how to stay safe.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Pupils benefit from many additional activities that build resilience.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Activities help pupils become resilient, confident and independent.
Career Counselling Services: Secondary-aged pupils receive information, advice, and guidance on careers.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Effective mentoring in sixth form; however, work-related learning needs improvement.
Support for SEND: Subject curriculums need to be more adapted for SEND pupils.
Subjects Offered: Strong in English, mathematics, science, and geography. Improvements needed in design, technology, and art for Years 7-9.
Historical Ofsted reports
Contact
Suggest an edit
About Us

The Duston School is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Northamptonshire, East Midlands.

It has 1982 students from age 4-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.

At this school, 45% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.

95.50% of pupils completing their main study programme.

This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.

Distance calculator
Simply click on 'Detect My Location' to find out the distance from your current location to the school.
The Duston School
Nearby Schools in Your Area
From the The Duston School
Thank you for visiting The Duston School, a facility of The Duston Education Trust (TDET).
In my role as principal, I take great delight in overseeing the institution and assisting your child in their academic endeavours.
Children are the centre of your life as a parent, and they are as important to us as a school.
Our main goal is to assist students in ascending the knowledge tree so they can enrol in college or other higher education programmes, get employment, or pursue an apprenticeship while also being the best version of themselves.
Everyone in the class is motivated to Dream Believe Achieve.
TDS is a distinctive mixed 4–19 school.
Featuring almost 1500 pupils, it is a high-performing, prosperous, and oversubscribed school with a secondary phase, a booming Sixth Form, and a recently launched primary phase.
We think TDS should give our kids the skills and the character they need to achieve.
Our pupils are actively encouraged to contribute positively to society and flourish in a community that values them.
All of our students are prepared for adult life with a solid moral compass, a genuine sense of resilience, and the essential transferrable skills they will need to succeed in a rapidly evolving and globalised job market.
The degree of cooperation and communication between the parent body and the school is crucial for ensuring your child's success at The Duston School.
Your child's form tutor is an important figure in their academic journey, and I would advise all parents to establish a professional working relationship with this important ally for their children.
TDS has achieved great success in a variety of ways.
Visiting our school in person is the greatest method to learn more about it.
Read more
Compare with similar schools
Current The Duston School
The Duston School
Upton NN5 6XA
Hospital and Outreach Education
Hospital and Outreach Education
Far Cotton and Delapre NN4 8EN
Caroline Chisholm School
Caroline Chisholm School
Hackleton NN4 6TP
Phase of Education All-through All-through All-through
Type Academies Academies Academies
³Ô¹ÏÌìÌà grade
B-
-
B-
Ofset report Good Good Good
Age range 4-18 3-18 4-18
Gender Co-Ed Co-Ed Co-Ed
Student teacher ratio 18.4 3.5 19.6
Proficient Math 105 - 105
Proficient Read 107 - 105
Grade 5 or above GCSE 45% - 57%
Grade 5 or above A Level 19.00% - 5.20%
Day Fees - - -
See more details
The Duston School Reviews
1 (4 reviews)
Well I would have liked to say positive things but unfortunately the teachers don't bother investigating bullying and their advice for my daughter was "just ignore them" not helpful when it occurs on a daily basis! Oh and if your child develops anxiety which leads to them being unable to walk into a classroom full of those bullies they will get suspended for refusing to do as they're told or put into isolation. Not the...
It's shit ass school would not recommend if U want to fail come to this school teachers are bad lunch food is poison
The school is mid not that good could be better the school is bad at handling fights the school food is poison if U want an average job come to this school most of U will probably fail Ur GCSEs
An actual shit show if you live your children the don’t see them here, mr.reeder is the worst music teacher this world has ever seen, I hope mr.Strickland resigns hiring the most buns teachers for no reason
Primary Exam Result

View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.

Average scaled score School LA England
Maths 105 98 97
Reading 107 100 98

Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).

Reading, writing and maths School LA England
Pupils meeting the expected standard 62% 56.44% 55.96%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 3% 8.44% 7.42%

Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.

Subject Progress score Description
Reading 0.2 Average
Writing -1.4 Below Average
Maths -0.9 Below Average

Exam Result Not Published

Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.

Exam Result Not Published

Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.

Exam Result Not Published

Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.

View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.

Average scaled score School LA England
Maths - 94 96
Reading - 94 95

Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).

Reading, writing and maths School LA England
Pupils meeting the expected standard - 58.3% 60.44%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard - 9.01% 9.72%

Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.

Subject Progress score Description
Reading -
Writing -
Maths -

View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.

Average scaled score School LA England
Maths - 89 94
Reading - 90 95

Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).

Reading, writing and maths School LA England
Pupils meeting the expected standard - 55.7% 59.51%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard - 8.81% 9.16%

Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.

Subject Progress score Description
Reading -
Writing -
Maths -

View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.

Average scaled score School LA England
Maths - 90 93
Reading - 90 93

Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).

Reading, writing and maths School LA England
Pupils meeting the expected standard - 52.44% 56.29%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard - 6.76% 8.19%

Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.

Subject Progress score Description
Reading -
Writing -
Maths -
Secondary Exam Result

Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.

School scores School Description
Progress 8 score 0.17 This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4.
Attainment 8 score 46.5 Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications.

Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.

GCSE Results School LA England
Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 45% 29.23% 30.03%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 69% 44% 43.07%

The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.

EBacc Results School LA England
Entering EBacc 72% 21.95% 25.06%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above 25% 9.77% 10.91%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above 36% 13.74% 15.51%
EBacc average points score 4.33 2.74 2.83

Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.

Pupil destinations School LA England
Pupils staying in education or employment 97% 94.62% 90.53%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures 240 170 144
Pupils staying in education 90% 88.5% 84.16%
Further education college or other further education provider 41% 32.35% 32.73%
School sixth forms 49% 42.54% 29.8%
Sixth form colleges 0% 0% 10.22%
Other education destinations 0% 13.58% 11.43%
Pupils in apprenticeships 4% 2.62% 2.8%
Pupils staying in employment 3% 3.65% 3.59%

Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.

School scores School Description
Progress 8 score 0.02 This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4.
Attainment 8 score 47.8 Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications.

Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.

GCSE Results School LA England
Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 51% 32.87% 32.85%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 74% 47.76% 45.33%

The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.

EBacc Results School LA England
Entering EBacc 79% 23.71% 24.94%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above 21% 12.08% 13.02%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above 35% 17.11% 17.19%
EBacc average points score 4.43 3.04 2.97

Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.

Pupil destinations School LA England
Pupils staying in education or employment 95% 94.96% 90.4%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures 237 171 141
Pupils staying in education 88% 91% 86.29%
Further education college or other further education provider 39% 36.54% 34.03%
School sixth forms 48% 40.92% 30.82%
Sixth form colleges 0% 0.04% 10.38%
Other education destinations 1% 13.42% 11.08%
Pupils in apprenticeships 3% 1.63% 1.99%
Pupils staying in employment 4% 2.21% 2.13%

Exam Result Not Published

Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.

Exam Result Not Published

Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.

Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.

School scores School Description
Progress 8 score 0.28 This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4.
Attainment 8 score 48.9 Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications.

Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.

GCSE Results School LA England
Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 44% 9 27.24% 29.3%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 72% 18 41.86% 43.41%

The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.

EBacc Results School LA England
Entering EBacc 30% 20.19% 25.8%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above 8% 3 8.38% 11.47%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above 15% 2 12.81% 16.49%
EBacc average points score 4.15 2.65 2.88

Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.

Pupil destinations School LA England
Pupils staying in education or employment 94% 94.52% 90.2%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures 224 170 135
Pupils staying in education 79% 86.3% 84.08%
Further education college or other further education provider 29% 32.91% 33.25%
School sixth forms 48% 42% 31.27%
Sixth form colleges SP 0% 8.45%
Other education destinations 1% 11.35% 11.14%
Pupils in apprenticeships 6% 4.91% 3.4%
Pupils staying in employment 9% 3.39% 2.75%

Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.

School scores School Description
Progress 8 score -0.3 This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4.
Attainment 8 score 41.7 Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications.

Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.

GCSE Results School LA England
Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 35% 6 27.57% 29.22%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 54% 4 41.3% 42.62%

The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.

EBacc Results School LA England
Entering EBacc 21% 22% 24.73%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above 5% 1 8.76% 11.33%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above 13% 7 13.46% 16.01%
EBacc average points score 3.48 2.7 2.84

Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.

Pupil destinations School LA England
Pupils staying in education or employment 89% 90.52% 84.87%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures 224 174 140
Pupils staying in education 80% 82.48% 73.88%
Further education college or other further education provider 37% 32.91% 28.31%
School sixth forms 42% 43.04% 31.6%
Sixth form colleges - 0.04% 9.08%
Other education destinations - 6.3% 5.87%
Pupils in apprenticeships 5% 3.96% 2.96%
Pupils staying in employment 4% 3.65% 2.05%

Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.

School scores School Description
Progress 8 score -0.3 This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4.
Attainment 8 score 41 Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications.

Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.

GCSE Results School LA England
Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 29% 27.33% 29.55%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 50% 40.33% 43.07%

The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.

EBacc Results School LA England
Entering EBacc 17% 22.69% 25.25%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above 4% 12.56% 14.71%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above 6% 13.75% 16.26%
EBacc average points score - - -

Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.

Pupil destinations School LA England
Pupils staying in education or employment 94% 89.36% 85.29%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures 234 175 145
Pupils staying in education 88% 76.73% 58.19%
Further education college or other further education provider 38% 35.73% 30.58%
School sixth forms 49% 40.23% 32.22%
Sixth form colleges - 0.09% 8.95%
Other education destinations - 7.27% 5.7%
Pupils in apprenticeships 7% 5.82% 4.78%
Pupils staying in employment 6% 4.05% 2.45%
A level exam result

Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.

A level Result School LA England
Average points 33.84 26.95 30.01
Average grade C+ - -
Average points (Best 3) 35.93 27.85 29.57
Average Grade (Best 3) B- - -
AAB or higher 19.00% 9.32% 13.67%

Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.

Students destinations School LA England
Number of students 102 170 201
Students staying in education 71% 58.48% 58.58%
Students entering apprenticeships 7% 5.43% 6.08%
Students entering employment 18% 21.22% 21.16%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study 2% 6.87% 9.05%

Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.

A level Result School LA England
Average points 32.72 30.77 33.41
Average grade C+ - -
Average points (Best 3) 34.75 29.91 32.47
Average Grade (Best 3) C+ - -
AAB or higher 15.3% 12.29% 17.7%

Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.

Students destinations School LA England
Number of students 95 202 248
Students staying in education 69% 57.64% 60.67%
Students entering apprenticeships 6% 5.05% 5%
Students entering employment 12% 21.09% 17.73%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study 7% 8.18% 10.69%

Exam Result Not Published

Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.

Exam Result Not Published

Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.

Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.

A level Result School LA England
Average points 30.85 25.98 29.39
Average grade C - -
Average points (Best 3) 31.98 26.02 28.64
Average Grade (Best 3) C+ - -
AAB or higher 10.2% 7.93% 13.07%

Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.

Students destinations School LA England
Number of students 109 223 232
Students staying in education 48% 53.52% 57.31%
Students entering apprenticeships 11% 8% 7.77%
Students entering employment 30% 25.67% 20.99%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study 7% 9.33% 8.8%

Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.

A level Result School LA England
Average points 30.54 3 25.91 29.03
Average grade C - -
Average points (Best 3) 31.76 2 27 28.82
Average Grade (Best 3) C+ - -
AAB or higher 9.7% 8.94% 13.37%

Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.

Students destinations School LA England
Number of students - 0 3
Students staying in education 20 34.23% 31.5%
Students entering apprenticeships 5% 5.14% 5.54%
Students entering employment 22% 19% 15.81%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study - 3.27% 4.22%

Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.

A level Result School LA England
Average points 27.78 22.09 26.73
Average grade C- - -
Average points (Best 3) 29.28 23.95 27.73
Average Grade (Best 3) C - -
AAB or higher 4.3% 7.8% 12.64%

Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.

Students destinations School LA England
Number of students - 0 3
Students staying in education 16 34.8% 36.26%
Students entering apprenticeships 9% 6.1% 6.37%
Students entering employment 24% 22.9% 20.03%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study - 2.7% 4.23%
Schools like The Duston School
Best Schools 2025
The Duston School Rankings

³Ô¹ÏÌìÌà ranks nearly 20,000+ schools according to their exam results, teaching quality, resources & many more indicators. (How Do We Calculate Rankings?)

How Do We Calculate Rankings?

Our school rankings are meticulously determined through a rigorous process:

This meticulous process ensures our rankings provide accurate and meaningful insights for your school choices.

Do You Like This School?
Holidays & terms

Holidays 2024/25

Holidays Date
Autumn Half Term Holidays 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024
Winter Holidays 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025
Spring Half Term Holidays 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025
Spring Holidays 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025
Summer Half Term Holidays 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025
Summer Holidays 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025

Terms Dates 2024/25

Terms Dates
Autumn Term 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024
Autumn Term-2 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024
Spring Term 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025
Spring Term-2 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025
Summer Term 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025
Summer Term-2 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025
Students Teachers
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Duston School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1

Students

Teacher

Browse schools based on type
Loading...
Browse schools nearby Upton