Bellingham Primary School
68%
Capacity
71
Pupils
1.0x
Demand
About Bellingham Primary School
Bellingham Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Northumberland community, welcoming children from age 4 to 8. The school has 71 pupils on roll, operating at 68% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Bellingham Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Steve Gibson, it falls under Northumberland local authority.
The school has 8 places available and received 8 applications, meaning most applicants are likely to secure a place.
Bellingham Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 71% recommending the school (14 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Bellingham Primary School include ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Sports Hall.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Gymnastics, Netball, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Coding, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Northumberland, Bellingham Primary 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 | 4 to 8 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Redesmouth Road, Hexham, Northumberland, NE48 2EL |
| Headteacher | Steve Gibson |
| Local Authority | Northumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 71 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.5% |
| School Capacity | 71 / 105 (68% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 May 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
14 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/268
8
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
8 families put this school as their 1st choice (100% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Redesmouth Road, Hexham
Northumberland, NE48 2EL
Redesmouth Road, Hexham
Northumberland, NE48 2EL
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