NCEA Grace Darling CofE Primary School
URN: 148765 • Newbiggin-By-the-Sea NE64 6RT
Overview
- Name
- NCEA Grace Darling CofE Primary School
- URN
- 148765
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Trust
- NORTHUMBERLAND CHURCH OF ENGLAND ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 38.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sharon Cole (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01670812019
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Central Parkway, Newbiggin-By-the-Sea NE64 6RT
Summary
NCEA Grace Darling CofE Primary School, located in Newbiggin-By-the-Sea, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 412 pupils and a capacity for 594. The school prides itself on its inclusive ethos, encapsulated in the belief that everyone can "Let their light shine." This commitment to diversity is reflected in the nurturing environment that aims to foster lifelong learning and a positive attitude towards education.
The curriculum at Grace Darling Primary is designed to engage students and cultivate a passion for learning. The school focuses on creating a safe and supportive atmosphere where children feel valued and secure. This approach helps to develop their aspirations and provides them with meaningful experiences throughout their educational journey.
Community involvement is a key aspect of the school's ethos, with various initiatives aimed at supporting local causes and promoting mental health awareness. The school actively encourages participation in events and activities that strengthen the bond between students, families, and the wider community, ensuring that every child is at the heart of decision-making processes.
The curriculum at Grace Darling Primary is designed to engage students and cultivate a passion for learning. The school focuses on creating a safe and supportive atmosphere where children feel valued and secure. This approach helps to develop their aspirations and provides them with meaningful experiences throughout their educational journey.
Community involvement is a key aspect of the school's ethos, with various initiatives aimed at supporting local causes and promoting mental health awareness. The school actively encourages participation in events and activities that strengthen the bond between students, families, and the wider community, ensuring that every child is at the heart of decision-making processes.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- NCEA Grace Darling (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- 9th Jan 2024 Let all that you do be done in love At Grace Darling this half term we have had a series of… (other)
- 7th Dec 2023 Our Charitable Community his half term we have raised over £275 for Children in Need… (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Link to our Cookie Policy Page (other)
- The portal for admission into Year 7 is now open until 31st October - click the link for more information on how to apply at NCEA Duke's Secondary School (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Northumberland
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- NORTHUMBERLAND CHURCH OF ENGLAND ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 594
- Pupils
- 412
- Boys
- 201
- Girls
- 211
- FSM %
- 46.90
- Open date
- 2021-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Northumberland
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 412 | 201 | 211 | 594 | 46.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 438 | 221 | 217 | 594 | 48.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 449 | 229 | 220 | 594 | 47.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 449 | 229 | 220 | 594 | 47.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 594 |
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