King Edwin Primary School
65%
Capacity
136
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About King Edwin Primary School
King Edwin Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Northumberland community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 136 pupils on roll, operating at 65% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated King Edwin Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lizzie Jackson, it falls under Northumberland local authority.
King Edwin Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 27 applications for 16 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
King Edwin Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 82% recommending the school (22 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at King Edwin Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Cricket, Swimming, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Eco Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.5%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Northumberland, King Edwin 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | King Edwin Primary School, South Avenue, Amble, Northumberland, NE65 0ND |
| Headteacher | Lizzie Jackson |
| Local Authority | Northumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 136 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.5% |
| School Capacity | 136 / 210 (65% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Nov 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
22 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
27
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
King Edwin Primary School, South Avenue, Amble
Northumberland, NE65 0ND
King Edwin Primary School, South Avenue, Amble
Northumberland, NE65 0ND
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