Abbeyfields First School
86%
Capacity
325
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Abbeyfields First School
Abbeyfields First School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Northumberland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 9. The school has 325 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 378 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Abbeyfields First School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ben Henderson, it falls under Northumberland local authority.
Abbeyfields First School is a popular choice with families — it received 132 applications for 45 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 43 were first-preference applications.
Abbeyfields First School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (102 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Abbeyfields First School include Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Library, Forest School, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Dance, Athletics, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Coding, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Northumberland, Abbeyfields First School is one of the options available in the North East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Abbot's Way, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 2LZ |
| Headteacher | Ben Henderson |
| Local Authority | Northumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 325 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.0% |
| School Capacity | 325 / 378 (86% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Dec 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
102 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
132
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
43 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Abbot's Way, Morpeth
Northumberland, NE61 2LZ
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