Broomhaugh (VA) Church of England First School
Church Lane, Riding Mill, NE44 6DROpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Broomhaugh (VA) Church of England First School is a primary school in Riding Mill for ages 5 to 9. It is one of the 171 schools in Northumberland. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in November 2023.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 22 November 2023, report published 31 January 2024
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Outstanding
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 22 November 2023
Broomhaugh (VA) Church of England First School is nurturing and inviting. Pupils are happy and safe. They enjoy the various ways that they can contribute to school life. Pupils live up to the school motto of 'make a difference and be the best we can be'. They enjoy worship assemblies led by the church. The emotional well-being of pupils is a priority. The school provides regular opportunities for pupils to discuss and reflect on local and global issues. Pupils achieve well at Broomhaugh (VA) Church of England First School. Lessons bring learning to life for pupils. They benefit from themed curriculum weeks featuring educational visits, career talks and 'real life' challenges. Children in the early years are involved in the life of the school. They showcase their learning to the other classes. Children in the early years quickly adapt to the routines and expectations of school. Older pupils read with them regularly. This builds friendships across year groups. There are clear expectations of pupils' behaviour. Pupils behave well. They are motivated by the reward systems in school. They play together well at lunchtimes. The 'friendship bench' helps all pupils to be included. The school teaches pupils how to use the internet safely. The school provides a range of pupil leadership positions. This develops pupils' confidence and self-esteem. Many pupils take part in the school choir and sporting activities. They are proud to represent their school.
What the school should improve
- Sometimes, teachers are not clear about what pupils know and remember. As a result, teachers do not identify when pupils have gaps in their knowledge. The school should ensure that assessment is refined so that gaps in pupils' knowledge and misconceptions are addressed quickly and effectively.
Pupil numbers and mix
64 pupils on roll, with places for 75
Schools near Broomhaugh (VA) Church of England First School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broomley First School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Corbridge (VA) Church of England First School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Mowden Hall School | 3 miles | No Ofsted inspection | Not published |
| Corbridge Middle School | 3 miles | Report card: Expected standard to strong standard | 75% met the expected standard |
| Slaley First School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
School details
- School type
- Voluntary aided school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 5 to 9
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mrs Suzanne Hart
- Phone
- 01434682374
- Address
- Church Lane, Riding Mill, NE44 6DR
- Local authority
- Northumberland
- URN
- 122285
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.