Newsham Primary School
URN: 122261 • Blyth NE24 4NX
Overview
- Name
- Newsham Primary School
- URN
- 122261
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Neil Jones (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01670353124
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Warwick Street, Blyth NE24 4NX
Summary
Newsham Primary School, located in Blyth, Northumberland, is a community school that caters to 447 pupils aged 4 to 11. Established in 2009, the school has a rich history, with educational roots dating back nearly a century. The school promotes a supportive and inclusive environment, where all members of the community are encouraged to embody the values of being Respectful, Responsible, and Ready, known as 'The Newsham Way'.
The curriculum at Newsham Primary is designed to inspire and challenge students, ensuring they receive the support needed to reach their full potential. The school places a strong emphasis on literacy, highlighted by the recent opening of a new library accessible to families after school hours. Additionally, Newsham Primary engages with the local community through outreach initiatives, including the Lighthouse Charity, fostering a sense of belonging and collaboration.
Parents are encouraged to participate in school events and can access various resources, including information on safeguarding and special educational needs. The school prioritises safety and well-being, offering an anonymous reporting service for any concerns related to the school community.
The curriculum at Newsham Primary is designed to inspire and challenge students, ensuring they receive the support needed to reach their full potential. The school places a strong emphasis on literacy, highlighted by the recent opening of a new library accessible to families after school hours. Additionally, Newsham Primary engages with the local community through outreach initiatives, including the Lighthouse Charity, fostering a sense of belonging and collaboration.
Parents are encouraged to participate in school events and can access various resources, including information on safeguarding and special educational needs. The school prioritises safety and well-being, offering an anonymous reporting service for any concerns related to the school community.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
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- SEND information (sen)
- Advice for Parents and Carers (sen)
- Letters sent home (sen)
- View all events... (calendar)
- Policy and statutory information including data protection and information management (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Curriculum Long Term Plans (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Horton Grange Primary School (73.6)
- Malvin's Close Academy (66.1)
- Croftway Academy (65.6)
- St Wilfrid's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School (62.2)
- Morpeth Road Academy (60.3)
Key details
- LA
- Northumberland
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 457
- Pupils
- 447
- Boys
- 241
- Girls
- 206
- FSM %
- 37.90
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-12-04
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Northumberland
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 447 | 241 | 206 | 457 | 37.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 439 | 233 | 206 | 457 | 36.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 455 | 242 | 213 | 457 | 34.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 455 | 242 | 213 | 457 | 34.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 448 | 231 | 217 | 457 | 33.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 450 | 230 | 220 | 457 | 31.10 |
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