Stakeford Primary School
81%
Capacity
170
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Stakeford Primary School
Stakeford 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 170 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Stakeford Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Julie Hall, it falls under Northumberland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11968th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 46th out of 58 in Northumberland.
Stakeford Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 13 applications for 8 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 8 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Stakeford Primary School include Gymnasium, Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Athletics, Dance, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Eco Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Northumberland, Stakeford 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 | East Ford Road, Choppington, Northumberland, NE62 5TZ |
| Headteacher | Julie Hall |
| Local Authority | Northumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 170 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.2% |
| School Capacity | 170 / 210 (81% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (44%)
11968th of 13,686
Nationally
608th of 677
In North East
46th of 58
In Northumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
44%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
44%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed8
13
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
8 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
East Ford Road, Choppington
Northumberland, NE62 5TZ
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