Slaley First School
73%
Capacity
46
Pupils
1.0x
Demand
About Slaley First School
Slaley 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 46 pupils on roll, operating at 73% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Slaley First School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Angela Louise Hayward, it falls under Northumberland local authority.
The school has 4 places available and received 4 applications, meaning most applicants are likely to secure a place.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Slaley First School include Forest School, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Athletics, Cricket, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Eco Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Northumberland, Slaley 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 | Slaley Village, Slaley, Northumberland, NE47 0AA |
| Headteacher | Angela Louise Hayward |
| Local Authority | Northumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 46 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.2% |
| School Capacity | 46 / 63 (73% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (28 Feb 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Mar 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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/264
4
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
4 families put this school as their 1st choice (100% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Slaley Village, Slaley
Northumberland, NE47 0AA
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