# Haltwhistle Primary Academy — Haltwhistle, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Primary
- **Parent rating:** 4.2/5 from 4 published reviews
- **Students:** 260
- **Principal:** Mrs Susie Drake

## Contact

- **Address:** Park Avenue, Haltwhistle, Northumberland, NE49 9BA
- **Phone:** 01434 320467
- **Website:** https://haltwhistle.wiseacademies.co.uk/
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/haltwhistle/haltwhistle-primary-academy-20237

## About

A friendly and vibrant 1 1/2 form entry primary academy in Haltwhistle, caring for 260 children aged between 3 and 11 years old. We understand that in order to be successful, children need to feel happy and secure in their learning environment. Our approach is realised through our core values of: 'Nurture, Believe, Inspire, Achieve'

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Behaviour and Attitudes):** Outstanding — Feb 2023
- **Ofsted (Early Years Provision):** Outstanding — Feb 2023
- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Outstanding — Feb 2023
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Outstanding — Feb 2023
- **Ofsted (Personal Development):** Outstanding — Feb 2023
- **Ofsted (Quality of Education):** Outstanding — Feb 2023

## Recent parent reviews

- **3/5** — Good, but needs work on communication: We've been generally happy with Haltwhistle Primary Academy, but I feel that communication between teachers and parents could be improved. We've had a few issues with homework and progress updates, which has caused some frustration. *(Nov 2022)*
- **5/5** — Amazing school!: My daughter absolutely loves Haltwhistle Primary Academy! She has made so many friends and is thriving academically. We've been particularly impressed with the Forest School and outdoor learning programs. *(Sep 2022)*
- **5/5** — A school that truly cares: I have nothing but praise for Haltwhistle Primary Academy, where my two children attended from Reception to Year 6. The school's ethos of 'Nurture, Believe, Inspire, Achieve' really shines through in the way the teachers and staff support each child's individual needs. *(Jun 2022)*
- **4/5** — Great place for little ones: Haltwhistle Primary Academy has been a great choice for our family. The staff are welcoming and supportive, and the curriculum is engaging and well-structured. My son particularly enjoys the 'Love to Read' program and has made great progress. *(Feb 2022)*

## Other schools in Haltwhistle
- [Haltwhistle Little Star](https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/haltwhistle/haltwhistle-little-star-EY278887)

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