# Hexham Priory School — Hexham, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Special
- **Parent rating:** 4.5/5 from 4 published reviews
- **Principal:** Louise Burns

## Contact

- **Address:** Hexham Priory School, Corbridge Road, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 1UY
- **Phone:** 01434 605021
- **Website:** https://www.hexhamprioryschool.co.uk
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/hexham/hexham-priory-school-20041

## About

We are a special school in West Northumberland for pupils aged from 2 to 19 years with severe, profound and multiple learning disabilities including Autism. The school is part of the northern hub of the Eden Academy Trust, a family of special schools who work together under one Multi Academy Trust.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Outstanding — Dec 2012
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Outstanding — Dec 2012

## Recent parent reviews

- **4/5** — Room for improvement, but great potential: While my child is generally happy at Hexham Priory School, I've noticed some inconsistencies in the quality of teaching and care. However, the Physiotherapy program has been a huge help for his physical development. I hope to see improvements in the coming months. *(Jan 2023)*
- **5/5** — A supportive and inclusive community: I've been thoroughly impressed with Hexham Priory School's approach to supporting my child's unique needs. The staff are friendly and understanding, and the facilities are well-equipped to cater for different abilities. The focus on creativity and independence is fantastic! *(Sep 2022)*
- **5/5** — Exceptional care and attention: My son has thrived at Hexham Priory School. The teachers and teaching assistants are dedicated and go above and beyond to ensure his needs are met. The Speech and Language Therapists have been a game-changer for his communication skills. *(Apr 2021)*
- **4/5** — A warm and welcoming environment: I'm so grateful to have had the opportunity to send my child to Hexham Priory School. The school's values of care and respect are evident in every interaction. While there were some challenges along the way, the staff's dedication and creativity helped my child grow and develop significantly. *(Jul 2020)*

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