Otterburn Primary School
63%
Capacity
47
Pupils
1.2x
Demand
About Otterburn Primary School
Otterburn 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 47 pupils on roll, operating at 63% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Otterburn Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alison Woodcock, it falls under Northumberland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 22% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13508th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 58th out of 58 in Northumberland.
Otterburn Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 7 applications for 6 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 6 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Otterburn Primary School include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Cricket, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Film Club, Book Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Northumberland, Otterburn 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 | Otterburn, Northumberland, NE19 1JF |
| Headteacher | Alison Woodcock |
| Local Authority | Northumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 47 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.0% |
| School Capacity | 47 / 75 (63% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 31 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (22%)
13508th of 13,686
Nationally
669th of 677
In North East
58th of 58
In Northumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
22%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
25%
'23/24
22%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed6
7
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
6 families put this school as their 1st choice (86% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Otterburn
Northumberland, NE19 1JF
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