Swarland Primary School
69%
Capacity
83
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Swarland Primary School
Swarland Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Northumberland community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 83 pupils on roll, operating at 69% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Swarland Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Louise Fletcher, it falls under Northumberland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2674th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 58 in Northumberland.
Swarland Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 16 applications for 10 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
Swarland Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 89% recommending the school (56 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Swarland Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Swimming, Cricket, Football, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 1.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Northumberland, Swarland 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Leamington Lane, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 9JP |
| Headteacher | Louise Fletcher |
| Local Authority | Northumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 83 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 1.2% |
| School Capacity | 83 / 120 (69% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2674th of 13,686
Nationally
143rd of 677
In North East
8th of 58
In Northumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
56 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed10
16
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Leamington Lane, Morpeth
Northumberland, NE65 9JP
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