Adderlane Academy
59%
Capacity
88
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Adderlane Academy
Adderlane Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Northumberland community, welcoming children from age 2 to 9. The school has 88 pupils on roll, operating at 59% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Adderlane Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Potts, it falls under Northumberland local authority.
Adderlane Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 24 applications for 19 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
Adderlane Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (21 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Adderlane Academy include Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Football, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Science Club, Chess, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 43.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Northumberland, Adderlane Academy 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 | 2 to 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Adderlane Academy, Broomhill Road, Prudhoe, Northumberland, NE42 5HX |
| Headteacher | Emma Potts |
| Local Authority | Northumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 88 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 43.8% |
| School Capacity | 88 / 150 (59% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jun 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (3 Jun 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Nov 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
21 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed19
24
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (79% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Adderlane Academy, Broomhill Road, Prudhoe
Northumberland, NE42 5HX
Adderlane Academy, Broomhill Road, Prudhoe
Northumberland, NE42 5HX
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