Hetton Lyons Primary School
URN: 108797 • Houghton le Spring DH5 0AH
Overview
- Name
- Hetton Lyons Primary School
- URN
- 108797
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 66.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Susan Bell (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Four Lane Ends, Houghton le Spring DH5 0AH
Summary
Hetton Lyons Primary School, located in Houghton le Spring, Sunderland, is a community school that serves a mixed-gender population of 423 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 420. The school prides itself on fostering a nurturing environment where collaboration with parents and the local community is paramount. The ethos emphasizes high expectations for behaviour and academic achievement, with a focus on respect, responsibility, and safety.
The curriculum at Hetton Lyons is designed to be broad and balanced, encouraging hands-on learning experiences that inspire curiosity and creativity. The school aims to develop not only academic skills but also the social and emotional well-being of each child, preparing them for future challenges. Teachers strive to understand and meet the individual needs of pupils, fostering a lifelong love of learning.
With over 108 years of history in the community, Hetton Lyons Primary School is committed to being a central part of local life. The school values strong partnerships with parents and caregivers, believing that collaboration enhances the educational experience and supports children’s development.
The curriculum at Hetton Lyons is designed to be broad and balanced, encouraging hands-on learning experiences that inspire curiosity and creativity. The school aims to develop not only academic skills but also the social and emotional well-being of each child, preparing them for future challenges. Teachers strive to understand and meet the individual needs of pupils, fostering a lifelong love of learning.
With over 108 years of history in the community, Hetton Lyons Primary School is committed to being a central part of local life. The school values strong partnerships with parents and caregivers, believing that collaboration enhances the educational experience and supports children’s development.
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Key details
- LA
- Sunderland
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 423
- Boys
- 225
- Girls
- 200
- FSM %
- 21.70
- Open date
- Close date
- 2017-06-30
- Last Ofsted
- 2013-11-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 423 | 225 | 200 | 420 | 21.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 423 | 225 | 200 | 420 | 21.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 423 | 225 | 200 | 420 | 21.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 423 | 225 | 200 | 420 | 21.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 423 | 225 | 200 | 420 | 21.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 423 | 225 | 200 | 420 | 21.70 |
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