Nunnykirk Centre for Dyslexia
URN: 122390 • Morpeth NE61 4PB
Overview
- Name
- Nunnykirk Centre for Dyslexia
- URN
- 122390
- Type
- Non-maintained special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 47.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Alex Blackburn (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Nunnykirk Hall, Morpeth NE61 4PB
Summary
Nunnykirk Centre for Dyslexia is a non-maintained special school located in Morpeth, Northumberland, catering to mixed-gender students with dyslexia. With a current enrolment of 35 pupils and a capacity for 50, the school provides tailored educational support to meet the unique needs of each student. Approximately 40% of the pupils are eligible for free school meals, indicating a commitment to inclusivity and support for families from diverse backgrounds.
The school focuses on creating a nurturing environment that fosters academic and personal growth. It employs specialized teaching methods and resources designed to help students overcome challenges associated with dyslexia. This approach not only enhances learning outcomes but also builds confidence and self-esteem among pupils.
Nunnykirk is dedicated to community engagement and the well-being of its students. The ethos of the school emphasizes the importance of a supportive and understanding atmosphere, ensuring that every child feels valued and empowered to succeed. Through collaboration with families and local organisations, Nunnykirk aims to create a holistic support network for its students.
The school focuses on creating a nurturing environment that fosters academic and personal growth. It employs specialized teaching methods and resources designed to help students overcome challenges associated with dyslexia. This approach not only enhances learning outcomes but also builds confidence and self-esteem among pupils.
Nunnykirk is dedicated to community engagement and the well-being of its students. The ethos of the school emphasizes the importance of a supportive and understanding atmosphere, ensuring that every child feels valued and empowered to succeed. Through collaboration with families and local organisations, Nunnykirk aims to create a holistic support network for its students.
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Nearby alternatives
- Collingwood School & Media Arts College (65.4)
- Rosewood Independent School (55.4)
- Gallowhill Hall Boarding Special School (45.2)
- Kyloe House (43.7)
Key details
- LA
- Northumberland
- Age range
- 9 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 50
- Pupils
- 35
- Boys
- 22
- Girls
- 13
- FSM %
- 40.00
- Open date
- 2011-01-01
- Close date
- 2022-07-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-05-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Northumberland
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 35 | 22 | 13 | 50 | 40.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 35 | 22 | 13 | 50 | 40.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 35 | 22 | 13 | 50 | 40.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 35 | 22 | 13 | 50 | 40.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 46 | 32 | 14 | 50 | 34.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 43 | 32 | 11 | 50 | 27.90 |
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