Primary school · Morpeth
Morpeth First School term dates
Morpeth First School is off for the October half term — back to school .
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School holidays
Summer Holiday
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October Half Term
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Christmas Holiday
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February Half Term
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Easter Holiday
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May Half Term
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Summer Holiday
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Dates come from Morpeth First School's own communications and website. Always double-check major plans with the school directly. Last updated .
INSET days (school closed to pupils)
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Where: Morpeth NE61 2AP
Phase: Primary
Ages: 3 to 9
Pupils: 320
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Website: www.morpethgoosehill.org/web
Ofsted
Rated Good at its last full inspection, December 2022.
- Early yearsGood
- Personal developmentGood
- Quality of educationGood
- Behaviour and attitudesGood
- Leadership and managementGood
From Ofsted's published inspection data (as at 31 August 2026). Read the full report on Ofsted
Quick answers
When does Morpeth First School go back after the October half term?
Pupils return on Monday, 2 November 2026. INSET days can change this for individual year groups — the school's own letters are always the final word.
When does Morpeth First School break up for the Christmas holiday?
The last day of school before Christmas Holiday is Friday, 18 December 2026.
When are Morpeth First School's INSET days?
Morpeth First School is closed to pupils on Monday, 30 November 2026, Friday, 28 May 2027, Friday, 25 June 2027. INSET (teacher training) days are staff-only.