Morpeth Chantry Middle School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 3 March 2026

Pupils at Morpeth Chantry Middle School are safe and happy. They feel part of a community and share positive relationships with staff and their peers. Pupils know where to go when they need extra help. Many older pupils become leaders and role models for younger pupils. Pupils access a wide range of opportunities to enhance their experiences. They participate in a range of enrichment activities, such as ukulele band, eco club, card games and chess club. Pupils have opportunities and are encouraged to try new sports, such as mixed martial arts or acrobatics. Pupils engage in meaningful educational visits to cities, museums and places of heritage. Pupils have opportunities to explore their future options and build their aspirations. Pupils behave well and show kindness and respect towards staff and each other. They benefit from clear rules and expectations, which staff consistently apply. Pupils are keen to learn and develop their confidence and resilience throughout their time in school. They are considerate of the beliefs and values of others and know how to be a good citizen. Bullying is not tolerated and is dealt with effectively. Pupils enjoy coming to school and attend regularly. Pupils access a broad and balanced curriculum across a range of subjects. Pupils typically benefit from high-quality teaching that supports them to develop their knowledge over time. Teachers adapt the curriculum to meet the needs of all pupils, including those who are disadvantaged and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Pupils achieve well in national tests at the end of key stage 2. Pupils then build on their success throughout key stage 3 and are well prepared for their next steps.

What the school should improve

• Leaders should ensure that teachers identify gaps in learning accurately and consistently adapt their teaching so that learning can be secured quickly.
• Leaders should continue to embed their improvement work to secure above-average outcomes in national tests over time, including for pupils who are disadvantaged.
• Leaders should continue to embed the global curriculum across all key stages so that all pupils develop their knowledge and understanding of the world around them, in preparation for life in modern Britain.

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