Irthlingborough Junior School — Primary School in Wellingborough

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Irthlingborough Junior School

Wellingborough, NN9 5TX

358 Pupils

360 Capacity

7–11 Age Range

24.00% FSM %

168 Boys

190 Girls

About Irthlingborough Junior School

Irthlingborough Junior School is a mixed-gender Academies located in Wellingborough, North Northamptonshire, in the East Midlands region of England for pupils aged 7–11 with a Does not apply character. It currently has a status of Open.

It has 358 pupils on roll. School capacity: 360. Current headteacher: Nicholas Garley.

This profile is based on official data from the Department for Education (DfE) Get Information About Schools (GIAS) register, updated March 2026.

School Details

Establishment Type	Academy converter
Type Group	Academies
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	North Northamptonshire
Region	East Midlands
Administrative District	North Northamptonshire
Parliamentary Constituency	Wellingborough and Rushden
Ward	Irthlingborough
Urban / Rural	Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Does not apply
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	No Nursery Classes
Trust / Sponsor	LEARNING FOR LIFE EDUCATION TRUST
Opened	01-04-2015
UKPRN	10049295
URN	141910
Data Last Updated	09-09-2025

Governors & Trustees (11)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Louise Cottingham	Chair of Local Governing Body	30/09/2025	29/09/2026	Appointed by GB/board
Sophie Dale	Chair of Local Governing Body	15/07/2022	31/08/2025	Appointed by GB/board
Yasmin Birkett	Local Governor	12/04/2021	11/04/2025	Elected by school staff
Virginie Chapman	Local Governor	16/10/2023	16/10/2027	Elected by parents
Louise Cottingham	Local Governor	06/11/2023	05/11/2027	Appointed by GB/board
Jacqueline Crowley	Local Governor	02/06/2025	01/06/2029	Elected by school staff
Mr Nick Garley	Local Governor	01/09/2016	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Canon John Hall	Local Governor	01/04/2015	31/03/2027	Appointed by GB/board
Ethan Hopkinson	Local Governor	12/07/2024	11/07/2028	Appointed by GB/board
Holly Limbert	Local Governor	15/11/2024	14/11/2028	Elected by parents
Mr Steve Ward	Local Governor	01/04/2015	31/03/2027	Appointed by GB/board

Schools Nearby

Irthlingborough Nursery and Infant School

0.08 km • Wellingborough

Other

Huxlow Academy

0.51 km • Irthlingborough

Other

Henry Chichele Primary School

1.93 km • Higham Ferrers

Other

Higham Ferrers Nursery and Infant School

2.58 km • Rushden

Other

Higham Ferrers Junior School

2.66 km • Rushden

Other

Finedon Mulso Church of England Junior School

2.76 km • Wellingborough

Other

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Irthlingborough Junior School?

Irthlingborough Junior School is a Academy converter (group: Academies) in Wellingborough, North Northamptonshire.

How many pupils does Irthlingborough Junior School have?

Irthlingborough Junior School has 358 pupils, with a capacity of 360.

What is the age range at Irthlingborough Junior School?

Irthlingborough Junior School caters for pupils aged 7 to 11.

Who is the headteacher at Irthlingborough Junior School?

The Headteacher at Irthlingborough Junior School is Mr Nicholas Garley.

Where is Irthlingborough Junior School located?

Irthlingborough Junior School is at College Street, Irthlingborough, Wellingborough, NN9 5TX, in the North Northamptonshire local authority, East Midlands.

Does Irthlingborough Junior School have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Irthlingborough Junior School: Does not have a sixth form.

Is Irthlingborough Junior School currently open?

Irthlingborough Junior School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mr Nicholas Garley

College Street, Irthlingborough, Wellingborough, NN9 5TX

01933654921

www.irthlingborough-jun.northants.sch.uk

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 141910

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026