Prudhoe West Academy
81%
Capacity
242
Pupils
1.2x
Demand
About Prudhoe West Academy
Prudhoe West Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Northumberland community, welcoming children from age 2 to 9. The school has 242 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 300 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Prudhoe West Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Michelle Brewster, it falls under Northumberland local authority.
Prudhoe West Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 47 applications for 38 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Prudhoe West Academy include Music Rooms, Library, Forest School, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Rounders, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Film Club, Choir, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Northumberland, Prudhoe West Academy 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 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | West Road, Prudhoe, Northumberland, NE42 6HR |
| Headteacher | Michelle Brewster |
| Local Authority | Northumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 242 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.0% |
| School Capacity | 242 / 300 (81% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Nov 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Apr 2015. 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed38
47
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (81% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
West Road, Prudhoe
Northumberland, NE42 6HR
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