New Hartley First School

URN: 122224 • Whitley Bay NE25 0RD

Overview

Name
New Hartley First School
URN
122224
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
62.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Keri Dowdney (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01912371218
Website
Visit
Address
New Hartley, Whitley Bay NE25 0RD

Summary

New Hartley First School is a community primary school located in Whitley Bay, Northumberland, catering to mixed-gender pupils from Nursery through to Year 4. With a current enrolment of 169 students and a capacity of 176, the school fosters a welcoming and nurturing environment, emphasising the importance of resilience and inclusivity in both teaching and learning.

The school’s curriculum is designed to promote a love of learning, with a focus on core subjects such as English, Mathematics, and Science, alongside a broad range of creative and physical education. New Hartley First School also prioritises character development through its "Character Virtues" programme, encouraging students to embody qualities such as determination, empathy, and respect.

Support for students is a key aspect of the school’s ethos, with provisions for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and a commitment to parental involvement. The school actively engages with the community and offers wrap-around care to accommodate working families, ensuring a holistic approach to education and child development.

Key details

LA
Northumberland
Age range
3 - 9
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
176
Pupils
169
Boys
82
Girls
87
FSM %
14.20
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-02-27
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Tyne and Wear

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 169 82 87 176 14.20
2024-09-11 160 78 82 176 17.80
2023-09-11 144 82 62 176 23.80
2022-09-11 144 82 62 176 23.80
2021-09-11 148 86 62 176 21.40
2020-09-11 156 94 62 150 12.80

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