Slaley First School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 3-9 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Slaley Village Main Street Slaley Northumberland NE47 0AA |
| Reference Number | 122227 |
Slaley First School continues to demonstrate a good performance overall, fostering a close-knit and supportive community among its students. The school's leaders are committed to high aspirations for all pupils, including those with SEND, and actively engage families in their children's education. The curriculum is designed to promote progression and enthusiasm for learning, notably excelling in reading and providing ample opportunities for personal development. Pupils show respect and kindness, contributing positively to their community's spirit.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 46 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 50%
Girls: 50% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 15.2% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 0% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 15.3 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5 | 3 | 8 |
| 2 | 4 | 7 | 11 |
| 3 | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| 4 | 8 | 5 | 13 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 95.7% |
| White, Other | 4.3% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 28 Feb 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 28 Feb 2024 | School inspection |
| 23 Jan 2019 | Short inspection |
| 03 Mar 2015 | Full inspection: |
| 15 Jan 2013 | Interim assessment |
| 01 Dec 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 06 Feb 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 12 Feb 2001 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong subject knowledge among teachers.
- Engaging and ambitious curriculum for all pupils.
- Effective support for pupils with SEND.
- Celebration of reading and development of positive reading attitudes.
- Variety of extracurricular activities promoting personal development.
- Involvement of older pupils in leadership roles.
Areas for Improvement
- Low-level disruption in lessons due to some pupils talking over each other.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 0 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 0 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 1 | 1 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Whitley Chapel Church of England First School
Leazes Lane, Whitley Chapel, Steel, Hexham, Northumberland, NE47 0HB |
3.01 miles |
|
Broomhaugh (VA) Church of England First School
Church Lane, Riding Mill, Northumberland, NE44 6DR |
3.36 miles |
|
Hexham First School
Beaufront Avenue, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 1JD |
4.14 miles |
|
Hexham Middle School
Whetstone Bridge Road, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 3JB |
4.44 miles |
|
Corbridge (VA) Church of England First School
St Helen's Lane, Corbridge, Northumberland, NE45 5JQ |
4.47 miles |
|
Corbridge Middle School
Cow Lane, Corbridge, Northumberland, NE45 5HX |
4.53 miles |
|
St Mary's Catholic First School, Hexham
Hencotes, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 2EE |
4.62 miles |
|
The Sele First School
The Sele, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 3QZ |
4.81 miles |
|
St Joseph's Catholic Middle School, Hexham
Highford Lane, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 2DD |
4.84 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Hexham Priory School
Corbridge Road, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 1UY |
4.23 miles |
|
Queen Elizabeth High School
Whetstone Bridge Road, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 3JB |
4.95 miles |