Ovingham Church of England First School
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 5-9 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | Ovingham Prudhoe Northumberland NE42 6DE |
| Reference Number | 146931 |
Ovingham Church of England First School has been evaluated as good overall in its first inspection since converting to an academy. The school has established a positive atmosphere where pupils feel safe and are motivated to learn, supported by a curriculum that has been reviewed post-COVID-19. Pupils achieve high levels of success, enjoy their learning experiences, and are well supported, particularly with reading and in addressing their special educational needs. The leadership demonstrates ambition and commitment to enhancing the quality of education provided.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 120 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 57.5%
Girls: 42.5% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 10.8% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 0.8% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 24 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 21.3 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 28 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 12 | 11 | 23 |
| 2 | 16 | 10 | 26 |
| 3 | 22 | 7 | 29 |
| 4 | 10 | 17 | 27 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 90% |
| Unclassified | 5% |
| White, Other | 0.8% |
| White & Asian | 0.8% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.8% |
| African | 0.8% |
| Mixed, Other | 0.8% |
| Asian, Other | 0.8% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 11 Oct 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 11 Oct 2023 | School inspection: |
| 07 Sep 2019 | Academy conversion letter |
| 13 Jun 2012 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Ovingham Church of England First School | |
| 13 Jun 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 30 Jun 2010 | Interim assessment |
| 30 Jun 2010 | Interim assessment |
| 01 Mar 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 01 Mar 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 23 Apr 2002 | Full inspection |
| 23 Apr 2002 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils behave well and understand the school's behaviour systems.
- A strong emphasis on reading promotes fluency and confidence among pupils.
- The school has a well-structured curriculum that includes a broad range of subjects.
- Effective support is provided for pupils with special educational needs.
- Governors are effective in providing support and challenge to school leaders.
- Strong community links enhance the learning experience for pupils.
Areas for Improvement
- Some pupils lack a full understanding of wider British values, particularly in regard to respect and tolerance for different genders.
- Opportunities for staff intervention are sometimes missed when pupils lose focus or struggle with new learning.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 9 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 2 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 3 | 2 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Ovingham Middle School
West Road, Ovingham, Prudhoe, Northumberland, NE42 6DE |
0.07 miles |
|
Prudhoe Castle First School
Castle Road, Prudhoe, Northumberland, NE42 6PN |
0.46 miles |
|
Prudhoe West Academy
West Road, Prudhoe, Northumberland, NE42 6HR |
0.74 miles |
|
St Matthew's Catholic Primary School, Prudhoe
Highfield Lane, Prudhoe, Northumberland, NE42 6EY |
0.85 miles |
|
Highfield Middle School
Highfield Lane, Prudhoe, Northumberland, NE42 6EY |
0.86 miles |
|
Mickley First School
Mickley, West Road, Stocksfield, Northumberland, NE43 7BG |
1.06 miles |
|
Adderlane Academy
Adderlane Academy, Broomhill Road, Prudhoe, Northumberland, NE42 5HX |
1.26 miles |
|
Broomley First School
Main Road, Stocksfield, Northumberland, NE43 7NN |
1.92 miles |
|
Wylam First School
Bell Road, Wylam, Northumberland, NE41 8EH |
2.46 miles |
|
Mowden Hall School
|
2.67 miles |
|
Emmaville Primary School
Main Street, Crawcrook, Ryton, Tyne and Wear, NE40 4ND |
3.4 miles |
|
St Agnes' Catholic Primary School, Crawcrook
Rosedale Road, Crawcrook, Ryton, Tyne and Wear, NE40 4UN |
3.45 miles |
|
Greenside Primary School
Rockwood Hill Road, Greenside, Ryton, Tyne and Wear, NE40 4AX |
3.57 miles |
|
Heddon-on-the-Wall, St Andrew's Church of England Primary School
Trajan Walk, Heddon-on-the-Wall, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Northumberland, NE15 0BJ |
3.73 miles |
|
Ryton Junior School
Main Road, Ryton, Tyne and Wear, NE40 3AF |
3.8 miles |
|
Ryton Community Infant School
Main Road, Ryton, Tyne and Wear, NE40 3AF |
3.89 miles |
|
Whittonstall First School
Whittonstall, Consett, County Durham, DH8 9JN |
3.96 miles |
|
Chopwell Primary School
Derwent Street, Chopwell, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE17 7HS |
3.99 miles |
|
Broomhaugh (VA) Church of England First School
Church Lane, Riding Mill, Northumberland, NE44 6DR |
4.22 miles |
|
High Spen Primary School
Hugar Road, High Spen, Rowlands Gill, Tyne and Wear, NE39 2BQ |
4.32 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Prudhoe Community High School
Moor Road, Prudhoe, Northumberland, NE42 5LJ |
1.12 miles |
|
Thorp Academy
Main Road, Ryton, Tyne and Wear, NE40 3AH |
3.92 miles |