Hexham First School
55%
Capacity
82
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Hexham First School
Hexham First School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Northumberland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 9. The school has 82 pupils on roll, operating at 55% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hexham First School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Justine Overton, it falls under Northumberland local authority.
Hexham First School is a popular choice with families — it received 19 applications for 9 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
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 Hexham First School include Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Rounders, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Eco Club, Coding, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.9%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Northumberland, Hexham First 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 | 3 to 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Beaufront Avenue, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 1JD |
| Headteacher | Justine Overton |
| Local Authority | Northumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 82 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.9% |
| School Capacity | 82 / 150 (55% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Apr 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (28 Apr 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 15 Mar 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed9
19
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Beaufront Avenue, Hexham
Northumberland, NE46 1JD
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