Whalton Church of England Aided Primary School — Primary School in Morpeth

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Whalton Church of England Aided Primary School

Morpeth, NE61 3XH

30 Pupils

70 Capacity

4–11 Age Range

0.00% FSM %

16 Boys

14 Girls

About Whalton Church of England Aided Primary School

Whalton Church of England Aided Primary School is a mixed-gender Local authority maintained schools located in Morpeth, Northumberland, in the North East region of England for pupils aged 4–11 with a Church of England character. It currently has a status of Open.

It has 30 pupils on roll. School capacity: 70. Current headteacher: Nichola Brannen.

This profile is based on official data from the Department for Education (DfE) Get Information About Schools (GIAS) register, updated March 2026.

School Details

Establishment Type	Voluntary aided school
Type Group	Local authority maintained schools
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Northumberland
Region	North East
Administrative District	Northumberland
Parliamentary Constituency	Hexham
Ward	Ponteland East & Stannington
Urban / Rural	Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Church of England
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	No Nursery Classes
UKPRN	10077943
URN	122302
Data Last Updated	10-03-2026

Governors & Trustees (12)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mr Paul Truscott	Chair of Governors	01/01/2014	31/12/2027	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Lucy Bird	Governor	19/07/2019	12/09/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Nichola Brannen	Governor	01/11/2014	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Mr Stephen Brown	Governor	27/03/2024	26/03/2028	Parent appointed by GB/board due to no election candidates
Mr James Carr	Governor	10/11/2023	09/11/2027	Elected by school staff
Mrs Fiona Ellis	Governor	01/01/2014	31/12/2025	Appointed by LA
Victoria Farley	Governor	20/11/2024	19/11/2028	Foundation/sponsor members
Mr Timothy Fish	Governor	28/06/2022	27/06/2026	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Ms Gemma Iceton	Governor	08/03/2024	04/03/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Rev Elaine Jones	Governor	28/11/2022	27/11/2026	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Dr John O'Neill	Governor	10/07/2024	09/07/2028	Foundation/sponsor members
Ms Louise Storey	Governor	03/01/2022	02/01/2026	Elected by parents

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Whalton Church of England Aided Primary School?

Whalton Church of England Aided Primary School is a Voluntary aided school (group: Local authority maintained schools) in Morpeth, Northumberland.

How many pupils does Whalton Church of England Aided Primary School have?

Whalton Church of England Aided Primary School has 30 pupils, with a capacity of 70.

What is the age range at Whalton Church of England Aided Primary School?

Whalton Church of England Aided Primary School caters for pupils aged 4 to 11.

Is Whalton Church of England Aided Primary School a faith school?

Yes, Whalton Church of England Aided Primary School has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at Whalton Church of England Aided Primary School?

The Headteacher at Whalton Church of England Aided Primary School is Mrs Nichola Brannen.

Where is Whalton Church of England Aided Primary School located?

Whalton Church of England Aided Primary School is at Whalton, Morpeth, NE61 3XH, in the Northumberland local authority, North East.

Does Whalton Church of England Aided Primary School have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Whalton Church of England Aided Primary School: Does not have a sixth form.

Is Whalton Church of England Aided Primary School currently open?

Whalton Church of England Aided Primary School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mrs Nichola Brannen

Whalton, Morpeth, NE61 3XH

01670775216

www.whalton.northumberland.sch.uk/

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 122302

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026