Hipsburn Primary School
68%
Capacity
102
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Hipsburn Primary School
Hipsburn Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Northumberland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 102 pupils on roll, operating at 68% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hipsburn Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher K Moloney, it falls under Northumberland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9518th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 58 in Northumberland.
Hipsburn Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 23 applications for 11 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hipsburn Primary School include Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Forest School, Gymnasium, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Rounders, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Choir, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Northumberland, Hipsburn 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Lesbury, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 3PX |
| Headteacher | K Moloney |
| Local Authority | Northumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 102 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.9% |
| School Capacity | 102 / 150 (68% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9518th of 13,686
Nationally
497th of 677
In North East
30th of 58
In Northumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
55%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed11
23
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Lesbury, Alnwick
Northumberland, NE66 3PX
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