Embleton Vincent Edwards Church of England Primary School
About Embleton Vincent Edwards Church of England Primary School
Embleton Vincent Edwards Church of England Primary School has been rated Good overall by Ofsted following its most recent graded inspection in March 2020, a notable improvement from its previous Requires Improvement rating in 2017. The inspection report is particularly striking for the Early Years provision, which was judged Outstanding — the highest possible grade. Behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management were all rated Good, with the quality of education also landing at Good. This is a small primary school with a capacity of just 84 pupils, and its improvement trajectory suggests a leadership team under headteacher Diane Lakey that has successfully turned things around. The school serves a Church of England community in Northumberland, and the Ofsted breakdown shows consistent strength across the board, with the Early Years setting singled out as exceptional.
Key Details
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Mar 2020Source: Ofsted, 14 May 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
School day
Teaching hours
08:40 – 15:10
Breakfast club
07:45-08:40
After-school care
15:10-18:00
Source: embletonprimaryschool.com. Extracted automatically — confirm with the school before relying on these times.
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