Hexham Priory School
URN: 122386 • Hexham NE46 1UY
Overview
- Name
- Hexham Priory School
- URN
- 122386
- Type
- Community special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 75.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Michael Thompson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Corbridge Road, Hexham NE46 1UY
Summary
Hexham Priory School is a community special school located in Hexham, Northumberland, catering to pupils aged 2 to 19 years with severe, profound, and multiple learning disabilities, including autism. With a current enrolment of 97 students, the school operates above its capacity of 80, reflecting its commitment to providing tailored educational support for children with diverse needs.
The school is part of the Eden Academy Trust, which focuses on creating inclusive learning environments for children with various learning disabilities, including those with physical or sensory needs. The curriculum is designed to meet the individual requirements of each pupil, ensuring that they receive the necessary support to thrive academically and socially.
Hexham Priory School prioritises a calm and safe environment, with staggered arrival times to ease congestion. School hours are from 8:45 AM to 3:15 PM, with after-school club options available until 5:30 PM. The school fosters a supportive community, aiming to empower students and enhance their learning experiences.
The school is part of the Eden Academy Trust, which focuses on creating inclusive learning environments for children with various learning disabilities, including those with physical or sensory needs. The curriculum is designed to meet the individual requirements of each pupil, ensuring that they receive the necessary support to thrive academically and socially.
Hexham Priory School prioritises a calm and safe environment, with staggered arrival times to ease congestion. School hours are from 8:45 AM to 3:15 PM, with after-school club options available until 5:30 PM. The school fosters a supportive community, aiming to empower students and enhance their learning experiences.
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Nearby alternatives
- Hexham Priory School (62.9)
- Croft House School (45.2)
- Hexham Hackwood Park School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Northumberland
- Age range
- 2 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 80
- Pupils
- 97
- Boys
- 68
- Girls
- 29
- FSM %
- 22.80
- Open date
- Close date
- 2018-08-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2018-03-06
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Northumberland
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 97 | 68 | 29 | 80 | 22.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 97 | 68 | 29 | 80 | 22.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 97 | 68 | 29 | 80 | 22.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 97 | 68 | 29 | 80 | 22.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 97 | 68 | 29 | 80 | 22.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 97 | 68 | 29 | 80 | 22.80 |
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