Hexham Priory School
URN: 146121 • Hexham NE46 1UY
Overview
- Name
- Hexham Priory School
- URN
- 146121
- Type
- Academy special converter
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE EDEN ACADEMY
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 62.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Louise Burns (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01434605021
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Corbridge Road, Hexham NE46 1UY
Summary
Hexham Priory School is a special academy located in Hexham, Northumberland, catering to pupils aged 2 to 19 with severe, profound, and multiple learning disabilities, including autism. The school operates under the Eden Academy Trust, which comprises a network of special schools dedicated to supporting children with diverse learning needs. With a current enrolment of 121 pupils, Hexham Priory School provides a nurturing and inclusive environment where each child is valued and encouraged to thrive.
The curriculum at Hexham Priory is tailored to meet the individual needs of students, ensuring that learning is personalised to maximise their potential. Expert staff, including teachers, speech and language therapists, physiotherapists, and occupational therapists, collaborate closely with families to support each pupil's development. The school fosters strong communication with parents and the wider community, creating a supportive network for students.
Hexham Priory School prioritises a calm and safe atmosphere, with staggered arrival and departure times to ease congestion. The school also offers after-school club services, further enhancing the support available to families. For more information, parents are encouraged to visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.
The curriculum at Hexham Priory is tailored to meet the individual needs of students, ensuring that learning is personalised to maximise their potential. Expert staff, including teachers, speech and language therapists, physiotherapists, and occupational therapists, collaborate closely with families to support each pupil's development. The school fosters strong communication with parents and the wider community, creating a supportive network for students.
Hexham Priory School prioritises a calm and safe atmosphere, with staggered arrival and departure times to ease congestion. The school also offers after-school club services, further enhancing the support available to families. For more information, parents are encouraged to visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.
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Nearby alternatives
- Hexham Priory School (75.3)
- 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
- THE EDEN ACADEMY
- Capacity
- 112
- Pupils
- 121
- Boys
- 86
- Girls
- 35
- FSM %
- 50.50
- Open date
- 2018-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-02-03
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Northumberland
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 121 | 86 | 35 | 112 | 50.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 117 | 84 | 33 | 112 | 45.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 119 | 85 | 34 | 112 | 28.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 119 | 85 | 34 | 112 | 28.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 113 | 78 | 35 | 112 | 29.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 107 | 75 | 32 | 112 | 29.00 |
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