Hexham First School

URN: 122203 • Hexham NE46 1JD

Overview

Name
Hexham First School
URN
122203
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
57.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Justine Overton (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01434603467
Website
Visit
Address
Beaufront Avenue, Hexham NE46 1JD

Summary

Hexham First School is a community primary school located in Hexham, Northumberland, catering to a mixed-gender population of 82 pupils, with a capacity of 150. The school is committed to providing a high-quality education in a nurturing environment, where children are encouraged to be curious, resilient, and ambitious. The ethos is encapsulated in 'The Hexham Way', which promotes core values such as Kindness, Respect, and Ambition.

The school places a strong emphasis on supporting disadvantaged children, aiming to improve their life chances through educational achievement. Hexham First School offers a broad curriculum enriched with sporting and cultural activities, fostering a sense of citizenship and community involvement among pupils. The recent Ofsted inspection in 2022 rated the school as 'Good', highlighting the positive learning environment and the caring nature of the staff.

Parents interested in learning more about the school or arranging a visit can contact the administration directly. The school actively promotes British values and encourages participation in local, national, and global celebrations, reinforcing a well-rounded educational experience.

Key details

LA
Northumberland
Age range
3 - 9
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
150
Pupils
82
Boys
47
Girls
35
FSM %
32.90
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-04-28
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Northumberland

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 82 47 35 150 32.90
2024-09-11 87 49 38 150 31.70
2023-09-11 117 64 53 150 34.60
2022-09-11 117 64 53 150 34.60
2021-09-11 124 69 55 150 29.60
2020-09-11 125 74 51 150 20.50

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