A note from our Headteacher

Welcome to James Knott C of E Primary School! Our aim is to create a warm, safe and happy environment where every child feels valued and inspired to learn. We pride ourselves on our family ethos and strive for excellence in everything that we do.
We are proud of our focus on traditional values, good manners and enthusiasm for learning. We provide an exciting and varied curriculum with inspiring classrooms that are bright and welcoming, with lively and interesting displays to celebrate children’s work. This well-designed curriculum supports good-quality teaching and encourages the development of skills across all subjects, preparing our children for academic and personal success now and in the future.
We hope you find the information on our website useful. If you have any questions however, please don’t hesitate to get in touch!
Mrs C Mullen, Headteacher
"My lighthouse, my lighthouse, shining in the darkness, I will follow You."
"“I’m so small,” said the mole. “Yes,”said the boy, “but you make a huge difference.”"
James Knott C of E Primary School
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🌞 Hot Weather Uniform Update – Friday 20th June 🌞
With temperatures expected to reach 27°C tomorrow, we're making a few changes to help keep everyone cool, safe, and comfortable at school.
Here's what we’re asking from families:
✅ Apply long-lasting, high-factor sunscreen before school
✅ Pack a clearly named water bottle
✅ Send a named sun hat or cap for outdoor use
🧴 Children may also bring sunscreen (named) to reapply at lunchtime if needed
👕 Children should still wear school uniform, but school shorts (mid-thigh or longer) or a summer dress are recommended for comfort.
👔 Year 5/6 children do not need to wear their ties.
💧 Children will have access to water throughout the day and we’ll be monitoring outdoor time closely – including for those on school visits.
Thanks for helping us keep our children safe and comfortable in the heat! ☀️💦 ... See MoreSee Less
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🌟 Year 5's Trip to the Discovery Museum! 🌟
Earlier this term, our Year 5 students enjoyed an exciting and educational trip to the Discovery Museum in Newcastle! 🏛️🔍
They explored the museum’s fascinating exhibits and took part in a hands-on workshop all about renewable energy. 💡🌍 Working in teams, the children designed and built their own wind turbines, learning about how we can use natural resources to power our future.
It was a brilliant day full of creativity, teamwork and science in action! ⚙️💨 Well done, Year 5! ... See MoreSee Less
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📜✨ Anglo Saxon Day Success in Year 4! ✨🛡️
Last half term, Year 4 travelled back in time for an incredible Anglo Saxon Day! We were lucky to be joined by a special Anglo Saxon from the Newcastle Castle outreach team, who led a full day of hands-on workshops.
The children had an amazing time exploring:
🔍 Real Anglo Saxon artefacts
📖 Fascinating storytelling
⚔️ Thrilling reenactments
🛠️ Creative and interactive activities
It was a fantastic way to bring history to life and deepen their understanding of the Anglo Saxon era. A big thank you to Newcastle Castle for an unforgettable experience! ... See MoreSee Less
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🎶 A Special Farewell for a School Legend 🎶
After years of dedication, early starts and countless repairs, our incredible caretaker Mr Morton is retiring. He's been the heart of our school in so many quiet, meaningful ways - and we couldn't let him leave without a proper send-off.
So we wrote him a song. 💙
From all of us at James Knott, thank you, Mr Morton, for everything. You've left a mark on this place that won’t ever fade.
👉 Listen here: ... See MoreSee Less
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Thank you You have all been fantastic
Happy retirement Mr Morton
Thank you Mr Morton. I know Will and Alice will miss you. Enjoy many happy years of retirement. Although Alice was adamant your last day was last week.🤣
📚✨ SATs Week for Year 6! ✨📚
This week, our amazing Year 6 pupils are taking their SATs - and we couldn’t be prouder of their effort, resilience and spirit! 🌟
However, there’s so much more to them than a test can measure:
🧠 SATs don’t measure their creativity,
💬 They don’t show their kindness or love,
🎨 They miss their talents in art and sport,
🎭 Or how wonderfully they commit!
SATs are just a small part of their journey and they've already achieved so much.
Believe in yourself - we certainly do! You've got this, Year 6! 🎉💛 ... See MoreSee Less
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Photos from Active Future Northumberland's post ... See MoreSee Less
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Check out Northumberland Church of England Academy Trust new movie trailer featuring some of our pupils from James Knott Primary.
The full movie, including student interviews is coming soon, so be sure to follow so you don't miss it! ... See MoreSee Less
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📚✨ What We're Learning This Half Term! ✨📚
Here’s a snapshot of the exciting learning happening across our school this half term. ... See MoreSee Less
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📚✨ Celebrating our Creative Writers! ✨📚
We had a fantastic time across our primary schools yesterday as we recognised the winners of our recent writing competition! 🏆✍️
A big thank you to author Richard O’Neill for joining us and presenting certificates to our brilliant young writers. His visit made the day even more special!
We're incredibly proud of all our Year 5 and 6 children who took part - your creativity, passion and storytelling skills amazed us all. 🎉👏
Keep writing as we can’t wait to see what you create next! ... See MoreSee Less
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