# Acomb First School — Hexham, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Primary
- **Parent rating:** 4.5/5 from 4 published reviews
- **Principal:** Head Teacher of Acomb First School

## Contact

- **Address:** Hexham, United Kingdom
- **Phone:** 1237081
- **Website:** http://www.acomb.northumberland.sch.uk/
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/hexham/acomb-first-school-9049

## About

Acomb First School is a small school set in the beautiful, rural countryside of Northumberland. We work hard to ensure we have a real family atmosphere. We are committed to supporting and working closely with our families and wider community, nurturing all of our children, valuing the whole child and developing a curriculum which ensures all children develop a lifelong love of learning and are well prepared for their next stage in education.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Good — Jan 2018
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Good — Jan 2018

## Recent parent reviews

- **5/5** — Acomb First School is a Hidden Gem!: We have been so impressed with Acomb First School since our child started here. The staff are kind, caring, and dedicated to providing an excellent education. The new library is a wonderful addition and the forest school sessions are a highlight for our child. *(Sep 2023)*
- **4/5** — Acomb First School Could Improve in Some Areas: We've had a mixed experience at Acomb First School so far. The staff are generally friendly, but we've had some issues with communication and organisation. The school's facilities are excellent, but we wish they would offer more extracurricular activities for our child's age group. *(Jun 2023)*
- **5/5** — Exceptional School with a Great Family Atmosphere: Acomb First School has exceeded our expectations in every way. The school's commitment to British values and the wellbeing of its students is evident in everything they do. The staff are supportive and the school's community events are always well-attended. *(Feb 2023)*
- **4/5** — Acomb First School Provided a Great Foundation: We were very happy with Acomb First School when our child was there. The school's approach to teaching and learning was thoughtful and effective, and the staff were always available to support us. We're grateful for the excellent education our child received. *(Nov 2022)*

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