New Hartley First School

About New Hartley First School

New Hartley First School fosters a love of learning, encouraging children to 'dream big' and 'aim high'. They pride themselves on their welcoming and nurturing ethos. The school has a strong focus on character virtues and promoting resilience and inclusivity.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mrs Dowdney

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 4.7

Communication 4.7

Student Wellbeing 4.7

Facilities 4.7

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 51 responses • 30.2% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

96.1% positive 3.9% negative

My child feels safe at this school

96.1% positive 4% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

94.1% positive 2% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

90.2% positive 3.9% negative

My child does well at this school

94.1% positive 5.9% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 51 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

7.7

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Reviews 4

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Emily W Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 15, 2022

5.0

"Fantastic School!"

We absolutely love New Hartley First School! The teachers are so supportive and caring, and the facilities are amazing. Our child is thriving in the EYFS program and loves the character virtues lessons. We highly recommend it!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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James T Unconfirmed

Parent Apr 20, 2022

5.0

"Great School, Great Values"

We've been really impressed with New Hartley First School. The school's values and mission align with our own, and our child is learning so much. The wrap-around care is also a huge help for us. One thing to note is that the school meals could be improved.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Rebecca S Unconfirmed

Parent Jan 25, 2022

5.0

"Excellent Education"

My children both attended New Hartley First School and had a fantastic experience. The teachers were knowledgeable and passionate about their subjects, and the school's curriculum is well-rounded. We were also impressed with the school's commitment to the character virtues program.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Hannah G Unconfirmed

Parent Nov 12, 2021

3.0

"Mixed Bag"

We've had a mixed experience with New Hartley First School. Our child is loving their time in school, but we've had some issues with communication from the teachers. The school's facilities are great, and we appreciate the school's focus on character virtues. We're hoping things improve soon.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 3/5

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