Northampton School for Boys

Northampton School for Boys is an 11-18 state funded single sex boys’ school. Girls are admitted to the Sixth Form. The school has an illustrious heritage; founded in 1541 by Thomas Chipsey in Bridge Street it then moved to the present site in 1911. His fellow trustees included Laurence and Edward Manley, William Brightwell and Laurence Washington – an antecedent of George Washington, first President of the USA.

Richard Bernard

Headmaster

On Twitter

Goodbye to our amazing Year 13 A Level Music class. It's always sad to see another year group leave, but what. a. group!! They will all do wondrous things. https://t.co/DaO9q7ZUPy

2 May

Although earlier than normal this is our final chance to say thanks and goodbye to all our leavers. Year 13 have been fantastic this year. One more chance to see them all! Tickets available now!! https://t.co/aJwDjWEBlV

23 Apr

Just discovered Grok - it said this about the Department: @NSBMusicDep is a vibrant school music crew with a knack for turning pupils into conservatoire stars, proudly cheering their Big Band’s gold and platinum wins while dreaming up epic concerts like Movie Magic - pretty cool

4 Apr

The U14 Football Team are currently in Newcastle for the @SchoolsFootball British Cup, battling the best of the best from They drew 1-1 with the Irish Champions yesterday which meant the game went to Pens with NSB losing 5-4 on Penalties. Game 2 v This morning!

15 May

Another day another National Final. This time the U16 Basketball team are in action. Watch live here from 1.00PM https://t.co/KkjdS0QQjW

7 May

Congratulations to Neo and Matty who have who've activated a third year of scholarship with the club! #ShoeArmy https://t.co/7B2hkZsY2w

6 May

KS4 Elite at #Applause @fabricdance https://t.co/auneaPbJlm

22 Mar

Can’t believe it’s been nearly a week since Shrek the musical jr. Amazing students and fabulous memories. It was awesome! Well done! https://t.co/1QpQg0E6TO

20 Sep

Two and a half hours until showtime - Shrek the musical junior 7pm Cripps Theatre https://t.co/dKBjkKLiuY

15 Sep

Join us tomorrow, Tuesday 15th October at 6:30 pm, as Friends of NSB Music present Neoteric Ensemble. Tickets are available from https://t.co/DLjQZV9W5H https://t.co/DuJzHGAxYz

14 Oct

Northampton Opera Group Wonderful concert from Northampton Opera Group. #opera https://t.co/dYyUux4foi

11 May

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'Students make outstanding progress across a range of subjects. They make exceptional progress in mathematics' OSFTED 2014 -(gV2FzIG)
‘To inspire and empower all students to meet their potential both in and out of the classroom’
This school was able to quantify and demonstrate phenomenal results and achievements across the whole school curriculum. The judges were pleased to see that a range of extra-curricular activities also played a significant part in the education it delivered to its students. - NEA Awards 2024
'Students enjoy outstanding opportunities to take part in clubs and activities. This helps to build the excellent relationships between students and staff which are at the heart of students' highly successful learning' OFSTED 2014 -(R2gwc3Q)

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