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Hexham Middle School
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Hexham Middle School
- Middle Deemed Secondary
- Hexham NE46 3JB
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Academic Progress: Standards of attainment are well above national averages.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Positive behaviour, very good conduct, and constructive attitudes.
Academic Progress: High-quality work and well-supported learning ensures students reach their goals.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Exemplary behaviour with effective measures against bullying.
Qualifications and Training: Increased responsibility and professional development opportunities for teachers.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers use joint planning and new curriculum demands to improve quality.
Qualifications and Training: Regular training and professional development provided.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers use diverse methods to check and support understanding.
Strengths and Challenges: Supportive leadership with a focus on staff well-being.
Strengths and Challenges: Some inconsistencies in teaching quality; focused on sharing best practices.
Opportunities for Involvement: High parental involvement at review meetings for SEND students.
Communication: Regular updates on progress and attendance through termly reviews.
Parent Satisfaction: Majority satisfied; high attendance levels and pastoral care.
Opportunities for Involvement: Multiple activities involving parents and carers.
Communication: Emphasizes importance of regular attendance to parents.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are involved and informed through feedback mechanisms.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders are responsive and support pupils' well-being effectively.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Raised expectations, rigorous checks, and professional development.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders address issues swiftly with effective actions.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Ambitious curriculum with continual evaluation.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is rare; effective staff addresses it promptly.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Safeguarding is effective; good awareness among staff.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Proactive in addressing bullying with safety measures.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Strong care and support with a safe community ethos.
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide variety, including gardening, sport, and themed days.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Form tutors monitor participation to ensure balance.
Extracurricular Offerings: 55 clubs and activities enriching student experience.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Prioritizes wider development with balanced offerings.
Career Counselling Services: Engagement with universities and employers increases awareness.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Enrichment activities build self-esteem and cultural capital.
Career Counselling Services: Comprehensive career advice programme.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Close links with parents, specific support groups, progress is improving.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Strong support in science; developing independent frameworks.
Subjects Offered: Various subjects are offered, with enriched curriculum content.
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About Us
Hexham Middle School is a Middle Deemed Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Northumberland County, North East.
It has 599 students from age 9-13 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | Middle Deemed Secondary | Middle Deemed Secondary | Middle Deemed Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
C+
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| Ofset report | Good | - | Good |
| Age range | 9-13 | 9-13 | 9-13 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.2 | 14.8 | 17.9 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 104 | 106 |
| Proficient Read | 107 | 106 | 107 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 106 | 86 | 97 |
| Reading | 107 | 87 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 73% | 47.93% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 16% | 5.37% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.2 | Average |
| Maths | -1 | Below Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 106 | 82 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 1 | 81 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 77% 1 | 50.73% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 17% 1 | 8.53% | 9.72% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -0.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.1 | Average |
| Maths | -1.2 | Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 106 1 | 77 | 94 |
| Reading | 107 | 79 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 76% 3 | 46.44% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 18% 1 | 6.38% | 9.16% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -0.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.2 | Average |
| Maths | -0.7 | Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 105 | 68 | 93 |
| Reading | 107 | 68 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 73% | 38.29% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 19% | 4.81% | 8.19% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 0.1 | Average |
| Writing | -0.3 | Average |
| Maths | -1.3 | Below Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 24th Feb 2025 - 28th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 21st Jul 2025 - 1st Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 23rd Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 1st Mar 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Hexham Middle School
Local authority ratio 16 : 1
