Broomhill Primary School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 2-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Station Road North Broomhill Morpeth Northumberland NE65 9UT |
| Reference Number | 122196 |
Broomhill First School continues to perform well, maintaining its status as a good school during this inspection period. Pupils express high levels of enjoyment when attending, feeling safe and supported by caring adults. The strong emphasis on reading and effective teaching methods contribute significantly to the positive learning environment. However, the school has faced challenges due to recent changes in leadership and curriculum, which were exacerbated by the pandemic. While there are effective practices in key areas, there are gaps in the foundation subjects that need addressing.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 72 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 44.44%
Girls: 55.56% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 9.7% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 0% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 14.4 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 15 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 17 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10 | 5 | 15 |
| 2 | 5 | 6 | 11 |
| 3 | 3 | 10 | 13 |
| 4 | 2 | 6 | 8 |
| 5 | 5 | 8 | 13 |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 97.2% |
| Unclassified | 1.4% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.4% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 24 May 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 24 May 2022 | School inspection |
| 18 Jan 2017 | Short inspection |
| 04 Oct 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 06 May 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 21 Mar 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 05 Jun 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils feel safe and valued, with strong support from caring staff.
- Effective reading instruction promotes fluency and confidence among pupils.
- High expectations for behavior lead to a positive atmosphere in the school.
- Strong extracurricular activities enhance students' learning experiences.
- Leaders are committed to developing responsible and respectful citizens.
Areas for Improvement
- Some subject leaders lack the necessary knowledge to support teachers effectively.
- Assessment practices in foundation subjects do not adequately check pupil retention of knowledge.
- Cultural development opportunities have been limited due to interruptions from COVID-19.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 6 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 2 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Red Row Primary School
Red Row, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 5AS |
1.42 miles |
|
King Edwin Primary School
King Edwin Primary School, South Avenue, Amble, Northumberland, NE65 0ND |
2 miles |
|
NCEA Warkworth Church of England Primary School
Guilden Road, Warkworth, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 0TJ |
2.48 miles |
|
Amble Links Primary School
Links Avenue, Links Estate, Amble, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 0SA |
2.58 miles |
|
Felton Church of England Primary School
Mouldshaugh Lane, Felton, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 9PY |
3.76 miles |
|
Grange View Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Grange Road, Widdrington, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 5LZ |
4.59 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
James Calvert Spence College
Acklington Road, Amble, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 0NG |
1.76 miles |