Croftway Academy
William Street, Blyth, NE24 2HPOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Croftway Academy is a primary school in Blyth for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 171 schools in Northumberland. It ranks 2nd of 8 primary schools in Blyth. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in January 2023.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 17 January 2023, report published 8 March 2023
- Overall effectiveness
- Outstanding
- Quality of education
- Outstanding
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Outstanding
- Personal development
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Outstanding
- Early years provision
- Outstanding
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 17 January 2023
Croftway is an inspirational school where pupils flourish. This is underpinned by the excellent relationships throughout the school between staff, pupils, and parents and carers. Pupils appreciate that staff respect and care deeply for them. Leaders have very high aspirations for all pupils both academically and socially. The rich, well- planned curriculum reflects this. This is delivered through high-quality teaching, and pupils make excellent progress. Pupils' behaviour is exemplary. Pupils have a clear understanding of what is expected of them. They behave maturely in their classrooms and around the school. Pupils are proud of helping others through their many leadership roles. Pupils feel safe and happy in school. Bullying is rare. Leaders carefully monitor and address any incidents. Pupils know that adults listen to their concerns and help them. Pupils value the support from the in-school counselling service. Pupils love all the extra opportunities they have outside the classroom. They enjoy their themed days, clubs, trips such as theatre visits and residential visits. Children in early years enjoy the learning activities they are given. The classroom is a bustling and dynamic place to be. Staff know the children really well and ensure that they have the best learning outcomes.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
54 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
416 pupils on roll, with places for 450
Schools near Croftway Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Requires improvement | 47% met the expected standard |
| Malvin's Close Academy | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | 63% met the expected standard |
| Newsham Primary School | 0.9 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good | 43% met the expected standard |
| Morpeth Road Academy | 1 mile | Ofsted: Outstanding | 64% met the expected standard |
| New Delaval Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 43% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy sponsor led
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- WISE ACADEMIES
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Louise Sanderson
- Phone
- 01670353258
- Address
- William Street, Blyth, NE24 2HP
- Local authority
- Northumberland
- URN
- 146545
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.