How many pupils attend Henshaw Church of England Primary School?

Henshaw Church of England Primary School has 86 pupils on roll.

What ages does Henshaw Church of England Primary School take?

Henshaw Church of England Primary School admits pupils aged 4 to 11.

Where is Henshaw Church of England Primary School located?

Henshaw Church of England Primary School is located in Hexham, NE47 7EP, Northumberland.

How do I apply to Henshaw Church of England Primary School?

Henshaw Church of England Primary School is a state school. In England you apply through the council where you live, using its common application form, even if the school is in another council area. The national closing date for primary places is 15 January.

Does Henshaw Church of England Primary School have a religious character?

Yes — Henshaw Church of England Primary School has a religious character of Church of England. Faith criteria may apply to admissions; check the school's oversubscription policy for details.

How are Reception places decided at Henshaw Church of England Primary School?

When Henshaw Church of England Primary School has more applications than places for 2026-27, they are offered in a published order of priority: 1. Looked after and previously looked after children — Looked-after children and children who were previously looked after, but ceased to be so because, immediately after being looked after, they became subject to an adoption, child arrangements or special guardianship order including children previously in state care outside of England who have ceased to be in that state care as a result of being adopted; 2. Sibling link — Children with a sibling on the roll of the school at the time of application or whose parent has accepted an offer of a place at the school and who is expected still to be in attendance at the time of entry to the school; 3. Children with a normal home address in:- a — Children with a normal home address in:- a. For Henshaw CE Primary, the parish of Parishes of Henshaw & Beltingham. , and 4 further criteria. The school offers 15 places at this entry point.

What is the largest ethnic background at Henshaw Church of England Primary School?

According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 98.8% of pupils at Henshaw Church of England Primary School are recorded as White British. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

Henshaw Church of England Primary School: Ofsted & Catchment

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How places are decided at Henshaw Church of England Primary School

When there are more applications than places for 2026-27 (Reception), places are offered in this order of priority. Meeting a higher criterion beats meeting a lower one.

1Looked after and previously looked after children — Looked-after children and children who were previously looked after, but ceased to be so because, immediately after being looked after, they became subject to an adoption, child arrangements or special guardianship order including children previously in state care outside of England who have ceased to be in that state care as a result of being adopted.
2Sibling link — Children with a sibling on the roll of the school at the time of application or whose parent has accepted an offer of a place at the school and who is expected still to be in attendance at the time of entry to the school.
3Children with a normal home address in:- a — Children with a normal home address in:- a. For Henshaw CE Primary, the parish of Parishes of Henshaw & Beltingham. .
4Children of parents worshipping regularly and frequently at the Parish Church of All Hal… — Children of parents worshipping regularly and frequently at the Parish Church of All Hallows, Henshaw.
5Children of parents worshipping regularly and frequently in another Christian Church as… — Children of parents worshipping regularly and frequently in another Christian Church as recognised by Churches Together in Britain and The Evangelical Alliance who wish their child to attend this school because of its Christian foundation.
6Exceptional medical or psychological grounds — Children who have exceptional medical or social needs that make it essential that their child attends this school rather than any other. These needs must be fully supported by written evidence from the appropriate professional person involved with the family.
7Other children — Other children.

Transcribed verbatim from Northumberland County Council's Admissions Handbook for First and Primary Schools 2026-27, which reproduces the determined admission policy of each voluntary aided, foundation, trust and academy school. A child with an Education, Health and Care Plan naming the school is admitted first; that is not an oversubscription criterion. Section: 'HENSHAW PRIMARY SCHOOL' (handbook page 69).

Published by the admission authority. Meeting a criterion never guarantees a place — it sets the order places are offered in. Full detail, other entry points and previous years are on the Admissions tab.

Henshaw Church of England Primary School: key facts

How many pupils attend Henshaw Church of England Primary School?: Henshaw Church of England Primary School has 86 pupils on roll.
What ages does Henshaw Church of England Primary School take?: Henshaw Church of England Primary School admits pupils aged 4 to 11.
Where is Henshaw Church of England Primary School located?: Henshaw Church of England Primary School is located in Hexham, NE47 7EP, Northumberland.
How do I apply to Henshaw Church of England Primary School?: Henshaw Church of England Primary School is a state school. In England you apply through the council where you live, using its common application form, even if the school is in another council area. The national closing date for primary places is 15 January.
Does Henshaw Church of England Primary School have a religious character?: Yes — Henshaw Church of England Primary School has a religious character of Church of England. Faith criteria may apply to admissions; check the school's oversubscription policy for details.
How are Reception places decided at Henshaw Church of England Primary School?: When Henshaw Church of England Primary School has more applications than places for 2026-27, they are offered in a published order of priority: 1. Looked after and previously looked after children — Looked-after children and children who were previously looked after, but ceased to be so because, immediately after being looked after, they became subject to an adoption, child arrangements or special guardianship order including children previously in state care outside of England who have ceased to be in that state care as a result of being adopted; 2. Sibling link — Children with a sibling on the roll of the school at the time of application or whose parent has accepted an offer of a place at the school and who is expected still to be in attendance at the time of entry to the school; 3. Children with a normal home address in:- a — Children with a normal home address in:- a. For Henshaw CE Primary, the parish of Parishes of Henshaw & Beltingham. , and 4 further criteria. The school offers 15 places at this entry point.
What is the largest ethnic background at Henshaw Church of England Primary School?: According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 98.8% of pupils at Henshaw Church of England Primary School are recorded as White British. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

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How places are decided at Henshaw Church of England Primary School

When there are more applications than places for 2026-27 (Reception), places are offered in this order of priority. Meeting a higher criterion beats meeting a lower one.

1Looked after and previously looked after children — Looked-after children and children who were previously looked after, but ceased to be so because, immediately after being looked after, they became subject to an adoption, child arrangements or special guardianship order including children previously in state care outside of England who have ceased to be in that state care as a result of being adopted.
2Sibling link — Children with a sibling on the roll of the school at the time of application or whose parent has accepted an offer of a place at the school and who is expected still to be in attendance at the time of entry to the school.
3Children with a normal home address in:- a — Children with a normal home address in:- a. For Henshaw CE Primary, the parish of Parishes of Henshaw & Beltingham. .
4Children of parents worshipping regularly and frequently at the Parish Church of All Hal… — Children of parents worshipping regularly and frequently at the Parish Church of All Hallows, Henshaw.
5Children of parents worshipping regularly and frequently in another Christian Church as… — Children of parents worshipping regularly and frequently in another Christian Church as recognised by Churches Together in Britain and The Evangelical Alliance who wish their child to attend this school because of its Christian foundation.
6Exceptional medical or psychological grounds — Children who have exceptional medical or social needs that make it essential that their child attends this school rather than any other. These needs must be fully supported by written evidence from the appropriate professional person involved with the family.
7Other children — Other children.

Henshaw Church of England Primary School: key facts

How many pupils attend Henshaw Church of England Primary School?: Henshaw Church of England Primary School has 86 pupils on roll.
What ages does Henshaw Church of England Primary School take?: Henshaw Church of England Primary School admits pupils aged 4 to 11.
Where is Henshaw Church of England Primary School located?: Henshaw Church of England Primary School is located in Hexham, NE47 7EP, Northumberland.
How do I apply to Henshaw Church of England Primary School?: Henshaw Church of England Primary School is a state school. In England you apply through the council where you live, using its common application form, even if the school is in another council area. The national closing date for primary places is 15 January.
Does Henshaw Church of England Primary School have a religious character?: Yes — Henshaw Church of England Primary School has a religious character of Church of England. Faith criteria may apply to admissions; check the school's oversubscription policy for details.
How are Reception places decided at Henshaw Church of England Primary School?: When Henshaw Church of England Primary School has more applications than places for 2026-27, they are offered in a published order of priority: 1. Looked after and previously looked after children — Looked-after children and children who were previously looked after, but ceased to be so because, immediately after being looked after, they became subject to an adoption, child arrangements or special guardianship order including children previously in state care outside of England who have ceased to be in that state care as a result of being adopted; 2. Sibling link — Children with a sibling on the roll of the school at the time of application or whose parent has accepted an offer of a place at the school and who is expected still to be in attendance at the time of entry to the school; 3. Children with a normal home address in:- a — Children with a normal home address in:- a. For Henshaw CE Primary, the parish of Parishes of Henshaw & Beltingham. , and 4 further criteria. The school offers 15 places at this entry point.
What is the largest ethnic background at Henshaw Church of England Primary School?: According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 98.8% of pupils at Henshaw Church of England Primary School are recorded as White British. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

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