Shaftoe Trust Academy
URN: 145412 • Hexham NE47 6BN
Overview
- Name
- Shaftoe Trust Academy
- URN
- 145412
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- WISE ACADEMIES
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 57.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Julie Phazey (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01434684309
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Haydon Bridge, Hexham NE47 6BN
Summary
Shaftoe Trust Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Hexham, Northumberland, catering to children aged 3 to 11 years. With a current enrolment of 109 pupils and a capacity of 210, the school aims to provide a high-quality education rooted in equality, creativity, and diversity. The curriculum is designed to foster a love of reading and strong foundational skills in English and Mathematics, while also offering a wide range of opportunities in arts, sports, and sciences.
The school emphasizes a supportive and stimulating learning environment, where children are encouraged to explore their interests and develop their strengths. Teachers and support staff are dedicated to ensuring that each child feels valued and safe, with tailored interventions to promote sustained progress. The academy also celebrates the diversity of its community, teaching mutual respect and understanding among families.
Shaftoe Trust Academy benefits from its beautiful surroundings, utilizing local cultural and historical resources to enhance learning experiences. The school's outdoor spaces, including a walled garden and large field, provide ample opportunities for physical activity and exploration. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community and can find more information on the academy's website.
The school emphasizes a supportive and stimulating learning environment, where children are encouraged to explore their interests and develop their strengths. Teachers and support staff are dedicated to ensuring that each child feels valued and safe, with tailored interventions to promote sustained progress. The academy also celebrates the diversity of its community, teaching mutual respect and understanding among families.
Shaftoe Trust Academy benefits from its beautiful surroundings, utilizing local cultural and historical resources to enhance learning experiences. The school's outdoor spaces, including a walled garden and large field, provide ample opportunities for physical activity and exploration. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community and can find more information on the academy's website.
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Key details
- LA
- Northumberland
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- WISE ACADEMIES
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 109
- Boys
- 61
- Girls
- 48
- FSM %
- 27.50
- Open date
- 2018-02-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-06-16
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 109 | 61 | 48 | 210 | 27.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 108 | 66 | 42 | 210 | 26.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 116 | 64 | 52 | 210 | 24.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 116 | 64 | 52 | 210 | 24.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 120 | 69 | 51 | 210 | 22.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 126 | 78 | 48 | 210 | 10.30 |
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