Hexham First School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 3-9 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Beaufront Avenue Hexham Northumberland NE46 1JD |
| Reference Number | 122203 |
Hexham First School maintains its status as a good school with a positive learning environment where pupils are happy and engaged in their lessons. The school has a strong focus on developing reading and phonics, which is reflected in the good achievement of pupils. Leaders are committed to enhancing the curriculum to better cater to pupils' individual needs, particularly in subjects like geography and mathematics. The inclusive atmosphere fosters a sense of community and citizenship among pupils, and the school effectively supports those with special educational needs and disabilities.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 82 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 57.32%
Girls: 42.68% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 32.9% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 1.2% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 16.4 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 13.5 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 25 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8 | 4 | 12 |
| 2 | 7 | 8 | 15 |
| 3 | 4 | 5 | 9 |
| 4 | 11 | 5 | 16 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 50% |
| Unclassified | 45.1% |
| White & Asian | 2.4% |
| White, Other | 1.2% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.2% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 28 Apr 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 28 Apr 2022 | School inspection |
| 03 May 2017 | Short inspection |
| 22 Feb 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 18 Jun 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 09 Feb 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 11 Sep 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy their learning and feel safe at school.
- Strong support for pupils who have fallen behind in their studies.
- Effective curriculum development tailored to pupils' needs.
- High expectations for pupil behavior and strong support for those who struggle.
- A wide range of opportunities for pupils' personal development and community involvement.
- Effective safeguarding measures in place.
Areas for Improvement
- Some foundation subjects lack intended updates in their curriculum.
- New subject leaders have not fully developed leadership skills for monitoring.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 6 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 3 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Hexham Middle School
Whetstone Bridge Road, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 3JB |
0.43 miles |
|
St Mary's Catholic First School, Hexham
Hencotes, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 2EE |
0.69 miles |
|
The Sele First School
The Sele, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 3QZ |
0.79 miles |
|
St Joseph's Catholic Middle School, Hexham
Highford Lane, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 2DD |
1.13 miles |
|
Beaufront First School
Sandhoe, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 4LY |
1.91 miles |
|
Acomb First School
Bishops Hill, Main Street, Acomb, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 4PL |
1.94 miles |
|
Corbridge Middle School
Cow Lane, Corbridge, Northumberland, NE45 5HX |
2.78 miles |
|
Corbridge (VA) Church of England First School
St Helen's Lane, Corbridge, Northumberland, NE45 5JQ |
3.15 miles |
|
Whitley Chapel Church of England First School
Leazes Lane, Whitley Chapel, Steel, Hexham, Northumberland, NE47 0HB |
3.75 miles |
|
Slaley First School
Slaley Village, Main Street, Slaley, Northumberland, NE47 0AA |
4.14 miles |
|
Newbrough Church of England Primary School
Fourstones, Hexham, Northumberland, NE47 5AQ |
4.7 miles |
|
Broomhaugh (VA) Church of England First School
Church Lane, Riding Mill, Northumberland, NE44 6DR |
4.81 miles |
|
Humshaugh Church of England First School
Humshaugh, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 4AA |
4.84 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Hexham Priory School
Corbridge Road, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 1UY |
0.15 miles |
|
Queen Elizabeth High School
Whetstone Bridge Road, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 3JB |
1.16 miles |