Morpeth First School
107%
Capacity
322
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Morpeth First School
Morpeth 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 322 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 300 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Morpeth First School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nadine Fielding, it falls under Northumberland local authority.
Morpeth First School is a popular choice with families — it received 139 applications for 60 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 56 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Morpeth First School include ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cricket, Athletics, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Eco Club, Coding, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Northumberland, Morpeth 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 | Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 2AP |
| Headteacher | Nadine Fielding |
| Local Authority | Northumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 322 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.7% |
| School Capacity | 322 / 300 (107% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 31 Jan 2023. 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
139
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
56 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Morpeth
Northumberland, NE61 2AP
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