Red Row Primary School
55%
Capacity
116
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Red Row Primary School
Red Row 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 116 pupils on roll, operating at 55% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Red Row Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Richard Bollands, it falls under Northumberland local authority.
Red Row Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 9 applications for 6 places, making it 1.5x 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 Red Row Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Forest School, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Gymnastics, Football, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Choir, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Northumberland, Red Row 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 | Red Row, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 5AS |
| Headteacher | Richard Bollands |
| Local Authority | Northumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 116 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.3% |
| School Capacity | 116 / 210 (55% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Jan 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 4 Mar 2013. 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed6
9
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
6 families put this school as their 1st choice (67% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Red Row, Morpeth
Northumberland, NE61 5AS
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