Corbridge (VA) Church of England First School
| Type | Primary / Voluntary aided school |
| Age Range | 3-9 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | St Helen's Lane Corbridge Northumberland NE45 5JQ |
| Reference Number | 122287 |
Corbridge Church of England Aided First School is performing well overall with a 'Good' rating across various domains of education, including the quality of education, behaviour, and leadership. The school fosters a strong sense of community, with high expectations set by leaders that are reflected in students' efforts and achievements. Pupils enjoy a supportive environment where they feel safe, respected, and encouraged to ask questions, contributing to their positive attitudes towards learning.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 139 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 52.52%
Girls: 47.48% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 9.1% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 1.4% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 23.2 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 23.7 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 22.5 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8 | 18 | 26 |
| 2 | 12 | 14 | 26 |
| 3 | 8 | 7 | 15 |
| 4 | 20 | 10 | 30 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 94.2% |
| White, Other | 2.9% |
| Chinese | 0.7% |
| Unclassified | 0.7% |
| Irish | 0.7% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 05 Nov 2019 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 29 Apr 2025 | School inspection |
| 05 Nov 2019 | School inspection: |
| 24 Nov 2015 | Full inspection: |
| 12 Nov 2013 | Monitoring visit |
| 18 Sep 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 09 Jun 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 16 Mar 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 16 May 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Leaders have high expectations and a clear vision for improvement.
- Pupils show pride in their achievements and enjoy learning.
- The school promotes a strong love of reading among pupils.
- Leadership is strong and relationships among staff, pupils, and parents are positive.
- Effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Children in the early years receive a strong start in reading and personal development.
Areas for Improvement
- Some teachers lack expertise in subjects such as art and geography.
- Sequencing of learning in certain subjects is not as well-planned.
- Teachers need to ensure pupils recall and apply important knowledge over time.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 9 | 1 |
| Third Preference | 6 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Corbridge Middle School
Cow Lane, Corbridge, Northumberland, NE45 5HX |
0.45 miles |
|
Beaufront First School
Sandhoe, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 4LY |
2.44 miles |
|
Broomhaugh (VA) Church of England First School
Church Lane, Riding Mill, Northumberland, NE44 6DR |
2.65 miles |
|
Mowden Hall School
|
3.03 miles |
|
Hexham First School
Beaufront Avenue, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 1JD |
3.15 miles |
|
Hexham Middle School
Whetstone Bridge Road, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 3JB |
3.54 miles |
|
St Mary's Catholic First School, Hexham
Hencotes, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 2EE |
3.78 miles |
|
The Sele First School
The Sele, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 3QZ |
3.79 miles |
|
Acomb First School
Bishops Hill, Main Street, Acomb, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 4PL |
3.8 miles |
|
St Joseph's Catholic Middle School, Hexham
Highford Lane, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 2DD |
4.25 miles |
|
Broomley First School
Main Road, Stocksfield, Northumberland, NE43 7NN |
4.44 miles |
|
Slaley First School
Slaley Village, Main Street, Slaley, Northumberland, NE47 0AA |
4.47 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Hexham Priory School
Corbridge Road, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 1UY |
3.05 miles |
|
Queen Elizabeth High School
Whetstone Bridge Road, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 3JB |
4.25 miles |