Morpeth Stobhillgate First School
83%
Capacity
156
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Morpeth Stobhillgate First School
Morpeth Stobhillgate 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 156 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 187 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Morpeth Stobhillgate First School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lucy Howells, it falls under Northumberland local authority.
Morpeth Stobhillgate First School is a popular choice with families — it received 77 applications for 30 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.
Morpeth Stobhillgate First School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (53 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Other Difficulty/Disability. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Morpeth Stobhillgate First School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Netball, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Northumberland, Morpeth Stobhillgate 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 | Stobhillgate, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 2HA |
| Headteacher | Lucy Howells |
| Local Authority | Northumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 156 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.9% |
| School Capacity | 156 / 187 (83% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Dec 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
53 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
77
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
36 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
Stobhillgate, Morpeth
Northumberland, NE61 2HA
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