Morpeth Road Academy
URN: 139756 • Blyth NE24 5TQ
Overview
- Name
- Morpeth Road Academy
- URN
- 139756
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- WISE ACADEMIES
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 60.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Felicity Troughton (since 2025) , Head of School
- Telephone
- 01670351713
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Bates Avenue, Blyth NE24 5TQ
Summary
Morpeth Road Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Blyth, Northumberland, catering to children aged two to eleven. The school prides itself on being a friendly and vibrant learning environment, where a strong community spirit is fostered through collaboration with nearby schools. The curriculum is tailored to meet the individual needs and interests of pupils, ensuring a comprehensive educational experience that adheres to the National Curriculum.
The academy places a strong emphasis on inclusivity, providing robust support for children with special educational needs and their families. A variety of community services, such as a food and clothing bank, Citizens Advice support, and a Young Carers hub, are available to assist families. The school also promotes aspirations through partnerships with local businesses and educational institutions, offering students insights into various career paths.
Morpeth Road Academy values the involvement of parents and the wider community, encouraging participation through initiatives like the school parliament and parent forum. The school welcomes visits from prospective families to experience its supportive and nurturing environment firsthand.
The academy places a strong emphasis on inclusivity, providing robust support for children with special educational needs and their families. A variety of community services, such as a food and clothing bank, Citizens Advice support, and a Young Carers hub, are available to assist families. The school also promotes aspirations through partnerships with local businesses and educational institutions, offering students insights into various career paths.
Morpeth Road Academy values the involvement of parents and the wider community, encouraging participation through initiatives like the school parliament and parent forum. The school welcomes visits from prospective families to experience its supportive and nurturing environment firsthand.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Our Governors (governance)
- How to Become a School Governor (governance)
- The Governing Body (governance)
- Governance (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Term Dates and Opening Times (calendar)
- Early Years Information (download)
- Nursery and Reception Admissions (other)
- Admissions (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)
- Cambois Primary School (57.0)
Key details
- LA
- Northumberland
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- WISE ACADEMIES
- Capacity
- 446
- Pupils
- 288
- Boys
- 127
- Girls
- 161
- FSM %
- 60.00
- Open date
- 2013-06-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-03-17
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Northumberland
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 288 | 127 | 161 | 446 | 60.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 317 | 144 | 173 | 446 | 61.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 359 | 171 | 188 | 446 | 60.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 359 | 171 | 188 | 446 | 60.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 376 | 183 | 193 | 446 | 57.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 405 | 204 | 201 | 446 | 50.80 |
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