Amble Links Primary School
About Amble Links Primary School
Amble Links Primary School is a state-funded, mixed primary school in Northumberland, currently educating 200 pupils against a capacity of 210, meaning it is running very close to full. The school serves a community with a noticeably higher-than-average proportion of children eligible for free school meals, at 26.7%, compared to the national primary average of around 23.8%. Demand for places is strong: for the 2025/26 intake, the school received 34 applications for 21 places, with all 21 first-preference applicants being offered a spot. This gives an oversubscription ratio of 1.62, confirming that the school is a popular choice among local families. The school is non-denominational, with its religious character listed as 'Does not apply', and it is led by headteacher Paul Heeley. It also offers nursery provision for children from age 2, making it a potential option for families looking for continuity from early years through to the end of primary.
Key Details
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Nov 2024From September 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade in inspections of state-funded schools.
Source: Ofsted, 9 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
School day
Teaching hours
08:40 – 15:15
Breakfast club
07:30-08:40
After-school care
15:15-18:00
Source: amblelinks.northumberland.sch.uk. Extracted automatically — confirm with the school before relying on these times.
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