Linton Primary School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 2-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Linton Morpeth Northumberland NE61 5SG |
| Phone | 01670860361 |
| Reference Number | 122199 |
Linton Primary School is performing effectively, maintaining the standards established in the previous inspection. The school is characterized by its inclusive approach and strong relationships among pupils and staff, which create a supportive learning environment. The curriculum is ambitious and well-structured, enabling most pupils to engage in learning successfully. The school prioritizes reading and provides additional support to those who need it, although there are some inconsistencies in early writing instruction that impact certain students' progress.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 20 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 90%
Girls: 10% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 65% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 0% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 12 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 2 | 4 | 1 | 5 |
| 3 | 5 | Unknown | 5 |
| 4 | 4 | Unknown | 4 |
| 5 | 2 | Unknown | 2 |
| 6 | 3 | 1 | 4 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 85% |
| Mixed, Other | 10% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 25 Mar 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 25 Mar 2025 | School inspection |
| 25 Jun 2019 | Full inspection: |
| 08 Mar 2017 | Full inspection: |
| 20 Sep 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 20 Mar 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 13 Jul 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 08 Mar 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Intentionally inclusive environment welcoming vulnerable pupils.
- Strong and trusting relationships among pupils and staff.
- High expectations for all pupils foster positive behavior.
- Well-developed curriculum adapting to a range of ages and abilities.
- Frequent opportunities for revisiting prior learning.
- Robust systems for identifying and supporting pupils' additional needs.
- High priority given to pastoral support and student well-being.
- Successful reduction in persistent absenteeism.
Areas for Improvement
- Occasional learning activities do not account for gaps in pupils' prior knowledge.
- Inconsistencies in the teaching of early writing skills.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 2 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 0 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Ellington Primary School
Warkworth Drive, Ellington, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 5HL |
1.16 miles |
|
NCEA William Leech CofE Primary School
Church Square, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 5TR |
1.96 miles |
|
Grange View Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Grange Road, Widdrington, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 5LZ |
2.01 miles |
|
NCEA Thomas Bewick C of E Primary School
Moorhouse Lane, Ashington, Northumberland, NE63 9LP |
2.88 miles |
|
St Aidan's Catholic Primary School, Ashington
Moorhouse Lane, Ashington, NE63 9LR |
2.96 miles |
|
NCEA Bishop's Primary School
Academy Road, Ashington, NE63 9FZ |
3.18 miles |
|
Pegswood Primary School
Longhirst Road, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 6XG |
3.21 miles |
|
NCEA James Knott CofE Primary School
Norham Road, Ashington, Northumberland, NE63 0LF |
3.23 miles |
|
NCEA Grace Darling CofE Primary School
Central Parkway, Newbiggin-By-the-Sea, Northumberland, NE64 6RT |
3.28 miles |
|
Ringway Primary School
Ringway, Guide Post, Choppington, Northumberland, NE62 5YP |
3.35 miles |
|
Stakeford Primary School
East Ford Road, Stakeford, Choppington, Northumberland, NE62 5TZ |
3.58 miles |
|
Mowbray Primary School
Stakeford Lane, Guide Post, Choppington, Northumberland, NE62 5HQ |
3.73 miles |
|
Choppington Primary School
Eastgate, Choppington, Northumberland, NE62 5RR |
4.44 miles |
|
Tritlington Church of England First School
Tritlington, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 3DU |
4.67 miles |
|
Red Row Primary School
Red Row, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 5AS |
4.87 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Gust Independent School
1 Haldane Street, Ashington, Northumberland, NE63 8SF |
2.27 miles |
|
Rosewood Independent School
Ardlea, Station Road End, Stannington, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 6DR |
2.28 miles |
|
Ashington Academy
Green Lane, Ashington, Northumberland, NE63 8DH |
2.65 miles |
|
NCEA Castle School
Academy Road, Ashington, Northumberland, NE63 9FZ |
3.17 miles |
|
NCEA Duke's Secondary School
Academy Road, Ashington, Northumberland, NE63 9FZ |
3.19 miles |
|
Cleaswell Hill School
School Avenue, Guide Post, Choppington, Northumberland, NE62 5DJ |
3.73 miles |