Hetton Lyons Nursery School
URN: 108750 • Houghton Le Spring DH5 0AH
Overview
- Name
- Hetton Lyons Nursery School
- URN
- 108750
- Type
- Local authority nursery school
- Phase
- Nursery
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 68.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ailsa Higgins (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01915170808
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Four Lane Ends, Houghton Le Spring DH5 0AH
Summary
Hetton Lyons Nursery School, located in Houghton Le Spring, Sunderland, is a local authority nursery catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 6 months to 4 years. With a current enrolment of 118 children, the nursery prioritises creating a nurturing environment that fosters early learning and development. The school's ethos centres on building strong relationships with families and the wider community, ensuring that children feel supported as they embark on their educational journey.
The nursery aims to provide a solid foundation for children's learning, preparing them for a smooth transition to primary school. The curriculum is designed to be engaging and developmentally appropriate, encouraging curiosity and confidence in young learners. Hetton Lyons Nursery School places a strong emphasis on collaboration with parents and carers, recognising their vital role in the educational process.
In addition to its educational offerings, Hetton Lyons Nursery School is committed to inclusivity and community involvement. The school actively engages with local professionals and organisations to enhance the support available to children and families, ensuring that every child receives the best possible start in life. For more information, visit their website at www.hettonlyonsnursery.co.uk.
The nursery aims to provide a solid foundation for children's learning, preparing them for a smooth transition to primary school. The curriculum is designed to be engaging and developmentally appropriate, encouraging curiosity and confidence in young learners. Hetton Lyons Nursery School places a strong emphasis on collaboration with parents and carers, recognising their vital role in the educational process.
In addition to its educational offerings, Hetton Lyons Nursery School is committed to inclusivity and community involvement. The school actively engages with local professionals and organisations to enhance the support available to children and families, ensuring that every child receives the best possible start in life. For more information, visit their website at www.hettonlyonsnursery.co.uk.
Useful links
- House Federation for Governors (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- School Calendar 2024/25 (calendar)
- Early Years Pupil Premium (download)
- Curriculum (other)
- Early Years Foundation Stage (other)
- Our Vision (other)
- Policies (other)
- Safeguarding (other)
- Staff (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Sunderland
- Age range
- 1 - 4
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- 118
- Boys
- 58
- Girls
- 60
- FSM %
- 0.00
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-23
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 118 | 58 | 60 | 0.00 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 81 | 38 | 43 | 0.00 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 89 | 48 | 41 | 0.00 | |
| 2022-09-11 | 89 | 48 | 41 | 0.00 | |
| 2021-09-11 | 82 | 40 | 42 | 0.00 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 84 | 38 | 46 | 0.00 |
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