St Joseph's Catholic Middle School, Hexham
50%
Capacity
179
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About St Joseph's Catholic Middle School, Hexham
St Joseph's Catholic Middle School, Hexham is a state-funded Roman Catholic secondary school serving the Northumberland community, welcoming children from age 9 to 13. The school has 179 pupils on roll, operating at 50% capacity.
Ofsted has rated St Joseph's Catholic Middle School, Hexham "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicholas Wood, it falls under Northumberland local authority.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Joseph's Catholic Middle School, Hexham include Astro Turf, Art Studios, Theatre, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Sixth Form Centre, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Rugby, Hockey, Swimming and 5 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Young Enterprise, Debate, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.0%, which is close to the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Northumberland, St Joseph's Catholic Middle School, Hexham 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 | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 9 to 13 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Highford Lane, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 2DD |
| Headteacher | Nicholas Wood |
| Local Authority | Northumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 179 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.0% |
| School Capacity | 179 / 360 (50% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (25 Oct 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 2 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
15Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
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Contact Information
Highford Lane, Hexham
Northumberland, NE46 2DD
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