# Malcolm Arnold Academy — Northampton, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Secondary
- **Parent rating:** 4.4/5 from 3 published reviews
- **Principal:** Miss C Berry

## Contact

- **Address:** Malcolm Arnold Academy, Trinity Avenue, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN2 6JW
- **Phone:** 01604 778000
- **Website:** http://www.malcolmarnoldacademy.co.uk/
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/northampton/malcolm-arnold-academy-11987

## About

Malcolm Arnold Academy is a school in the heart of Northampton with a simple-to-state approach: insisting on impeccable behaviour, a knowledge-based curriculum, guided instructional teaching and meaningful music and sporting experiences.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Good — May 2018
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Good — May 2018

## Recent parent reviews

- **4/5** — Mixed Experiences, but Potential Unlocked: Our experience at Malcolm Arnold Academy has been a mixed bag – some teachers have been excellent, while others could use improvement. We appreciate the school's emphasis on character development and community service, but we've faced some difficulties with communication and administrative processes. Despite this, our child's academic progress has been encouraging, and we hope to see continued growth and improvement. *(Oct 2022)*
- **5/5** — Outstanding Education and Opportunities: We've been thoroughly impressed with Malcolm Arnold Academy, especially its focus on music and sports. My child has grown into a confident, well-rounded individual with a passion for music. The teachers and staff are friendly and supportive, and we've loved seeing the school's values of 'do good, seek peace and pursue it' shine through in daily life. *(Sep 2022)*
- **4/5** — A Great Foundation for Future Success: I have fond memories of my child's time at Malcolm Arnold Academy, where they developed a love for learning and made lifelong friends. The school's knowledge-rich curriculum and high expectations helped them build a strong academic foundation. While there were occasional challenges, we appreciated the supportive environment and opportunities for extracurricular activities. *(Feb 2021)*

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