Houghton Le Spring Nursery School

URN: 108746 • Houghton le Spring DH5 8AE

Overview

Name
Houghton Le Spring Nursery School
URN
108746
Type
Local authority nursery school
Phase
Nursery
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
81.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sarah Dixon-Jones (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01915846655
Website
Visit
Address
Neasham Place, Houghton le Spring DH5 8AE

Summary

Houghton Le Spring Nursery School is a local authority nursery located in Houghton le Spring, Sunderland, catering to mixed-gender children aged 0 to 4 years. The school emphasizes creating a caring and secure environment where every child feels respected and valued. Staff are dedicated to fostering an inclusive atmosphere that promotes equality of opportunity and encourages children to express their thoughts and interests.

The nursery follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, focusing on both prime and specific areas of learning, including personal, social, emotional development, communication, literacy, and mathematics. The curriculum is flexible and responsive to the children's interests, with learning experiences designed around detailed observations of each child's development. Activities are conducted in both indoor and outdoor settings, ensuring children can engage with their learning in varied environments.

Houghton Le Spring Nursery School values strong partnerships with families, fostering mutual respect and trust. Staff work closely with parents to track each child's progress and set individual learning targets, ensuring a collaborative approach to education and development within the community.

Key details

LA
Sunderland
Age range
3 - 5
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
Pupils
164
Boys
82
Girls
82
FSM %
0.00
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-02-28
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Tyne and Wear

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 164 82 82 0.00
2024-09-11 114 63 51 0.00
2023-09-11 110 60 50 1.20
2022-09-11 110 60 50 1.20
2021-09-11 120 66 54 0.00
2020-09-11 123 68 55 0.00

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