Shaftoe Trust Academy

Shaftoe Trust Academy is a primary academy sponsor-led school located in the village of Haydon Bridge, Hexham, Northumberland. It serves a mixed-gender student body aged 3 to 11 years. Currently, the academy enrolls approximately 109 pupils, with a capacity to accommodate up to 210 students. Its rural setting provides a serene environment conducive to learning and community engagement. While it does not have a religious character, Shaftoe Trust Academy is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse community. The school has a rich history as part of the WISE Academies family, aiming to deliver quality education and develop confident, curious learners prepared to make a positive impact on the world. The academy does not follow a selective admissions policy, welcoming children from its local community, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).