Hexham Middle School has been rated as GOOD following an inspection by Ofsted.

The school, which is one of several academies under the Hadrian Learning Trust,  was rated as Good following an inspection on April 17 and 18. 

The report states: "Hexham Middle School is a warm, friendly, caring and enjoyable place to learn. Pupils feel safe and well looked after. Pupils are happy to be in school. They make every effort to get the best out of their lessons and the many other opportunities the school offers them.

"The school has very high expectations of all pupils. Pupils respond very well to these expectations. Pupils’ behaviour is exemplary. In lessons, pupils work together to help each other with their learning. Around the school, they are respectful of each other, of staff and other adults, including visitors.

"Leaders know their school very well. They support pupils to help them to reach their learning goals. Pupils produce high-quality work because of this.

"The school provides lots of activities, which pupils enjoy. They ask pupils about which activities they would like. Pupils, including those who are disadvantaged and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), take full advantage of these opportunities."