Newbrough Church of England Primary School
Hexham, NE47 5AQ · Northumberland · primary school
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59th of 60 primary schools in Northumberland we can score, 127 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 3,927 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.8/10 among them, against 1.6/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 50.0 · 19 | 40% | 0.76 |
| Ofsted | 12 | 35% | 0.40 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Newbrough Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 50.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 0.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.8 out of 10 among them, against 1.6 out of 10 nationally. The school was inspected in March 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Commando Joe's, Climbing, Boxing, and the Santa Dash, with an after-school club available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 65 pupils against a stated capacity of 107. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the new inspection framework affect current teaching priorities?
What Ofsted said about Newbrough Church of England Primary School
Overview
Newbrough Church of England Primary School is a small school where leaders have recently strengthened the curriculum and attendance strategies. The report describes a setting where pupils feel safe, valued, and enjoy their learning, with staff who know them well. Most aspects of the school’s provision meet the expected standard, with early years provision reaching a strong standard.
Strengths
- Early years provision is of a "strong standard," with leaders prioritising this stage to ensure children make a "strong and successful start."
- Pupils typically behave well, move calmly, and feel a "strong sense of belonging," with bullying being "very rare."
- The curriculum is carefully mapped, particularly in English and mathematics, with "high-quality texts" and precise phonics teaching helping pupils become fluent readers.
- Staff provide effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, and parents speak highly of this care.
- Personal development is well-planned, with pupils learning about healthy relationships, consent, and contributing positively to the community.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure all staff are confidently equipped to address gaps in foundational skills, such as punctuation, handwriting, and spelling.
- Assessment across the full curriculum needs strengthening to precisely identify and act on gaps in pupils’ knowledge.
- Leaders should further embed pupils' understanding of fundamental British Values, cultures, and other faiths.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an open culture where concerns are actively identified and managed, ensuring pupils are made safer and feel safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 43% |
| 2024/25 | 50% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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