Question 1

Is St Roberts Catholic First School, Morpeth a good school?

Accepted Answer

The latest inspection (25 and 26 March 2025, published 16 May 2025) concluded the school has taken effective action to maintain standards, and safeguarding arrangements were found to be effective. Evidence highlights strong early reading, with phonics beginning early in Reception and targeted support for pupils who need to catch up.

Question 2

What are the fees at St Roberts Catholic First School, Morpeth?

Accepted Answer

This is a state-funded school with no tuition fees. Families should still budget for common extras such as uniform, trips and optional clubs where applicable.

Question 3

How do I apply for Reception in 2027?

Accepted Answer

Applications are coordinated by Northumberland. For September 2027 entry, the coordinated scheme states the application process opens 1 November 2026, the deadline is 15 January 2027, and National Offer Day is 16 April 2027.

Question 4

Is the school oversubscribed?

Accepted Answer

The supplied admissions figures indicate more applications than offers in the primary entry route (75 applications for 30 offers, about 2.5 applications per place), and the school is marked as oversubscribed. Where the school is oversubscribed, published Catholic oversubscription priorities apply.

Question 5

Does the school have nursery provision and wraparound care?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The school’s age range includes nursery provision, and breakfast and after-school clubs are published as available, with sessions booked in advance using the school’s stated booking system.

Question 6

What is reading like at the school?

Accepted Answer

Inspection evidence describes phonics starting early in Reception, frequent practice using books matched to pupils’ phonics knowledge, and targeted support for pupils who find reading difficult so they can catch up effectively.

Question 7

What is the school’s Catholic character like in practice?

Accepted Answer

The school describes itself as founded to serve Catholic families, and where applications exceed places, published oversubscription criteria prioritise Catholic children. Religious Education and Gospel values are presented as central to school life and the wider curriculum.

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