About Us

One Excellence English Hub is one of 34 schools across England appointed by the DfE to take a leading role in supporting schools to improve the teaching of phonics, early language and promoting a love of reading.

The support provided by the hubs focuses on the following three areas:

  1. Age-appropriate phonics
  2. Early-language development and ‘closing the word gap’
  3. Promoting a love of reading

We are able to offer support to schools in the below areas:

  • Durham
  • Gateshead
  • Newcastle
  • North Tyneside
  • South Tyneside
  • Tyne and Wear
  • Northumberland

We have the following social media accounts so people can keep up to date with all the latest information.

One Excellence English Hub

One Excellence English Hub is based at St. Michael’s C of E Primary School, Bishop Middleham. We are a an outstanding primary school, passionate about early literacy. As a National Support School we have experience in providing high-quality CPD and support to drive school improvement. We are passionate about reading and teaching children to read fluently and for enjoyment.

One Excellence English Hub is part of One Excellence Multi Academy Trust a mixed MAT across Durham and Stockton.