Haltwhistle Primary Academy
67%
Capacity
204
Pupils
1.0x
Demand
About Haltwhistle Primary Academy
Haltwhistle Primary Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Northumberland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 204 pupils on roll, operating at 67% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Susie Drake, it falls under Northumberland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3973rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 58 in Northumberland.
The school has 16 places available and received 16 applications, meaning most applicants are likely to secure a place.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Haltwhistle Primary Academy include Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Library, Gymnasium.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Dance, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Northumberland, Haltwhistle Primary 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Park Avenue, Haltwhistle, Northumberland, NE49 9BA |
| Headteacher | Susie Drake |
| Local Authority | Northumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 204 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.7% |
| School Capacity | 204 / 306 (67% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3973rd of 13,686
Nationally
208th of 677
In North East
14th of 58
In Northumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
87%
'23/24
71%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
4Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/2616
16
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
16 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
Park Avenue, Haltwhistle
Northumberland, NE49 9BA
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