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Morpeth Chantry Middle School
Mitford Road, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 1RQ, Northumberland
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
556
Capacity
593
Ages
9–13
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
94%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this middle school demonstrates strong academic performance, particularly with 76% of students meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and mathematics, placing it in the top 21% nationally. While 12% of students achieve the higher standard, which is commendable, there may be room for improvement in this area. Overall, the school offers a supportive environment for students aged 9-13, making it a solid choice for parents.
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Last inspected: 19 October 2021Older inspection ⓘQuality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 76% | Top 21% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 12% | Top 28% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British92.1%
White Other1.3%
Mixed W+Asian1.1%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.1%
Mixed Other1.1%
Asian Other0.9%
Black African0.9%
Mixed W+B African0.4%
Asian Indian0.4%
Other0.4%
Black Other0.2%
White Irish0.2%
Asian Chinese0.2%
Location
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55.17150, -1.69964 · NE61 1RQ
School details
Local authorityNorthumberland
RegionNorth East
URN137747
School typeAcademy converter
Frequently asked questions
What is Morpeth Chantry Middle School rated by Ofsted?
Morpeth Chantry Middle School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 19 October 2021.
Is Morpeth Chantry Middle School a good school?
Morpeth Chantry Middle School scores –/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 0% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
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