Hetton Primary School

URN: 108803 • Houghton le Spring DH5 9ND

Overview

Name
Hetton Primary School
URN
108803
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
N Hill (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01915623323
Website
Visit
Address
Moorsley Road, Houghton le Spring DH5 9ND

Summary

Hetton Primary School, located in Houghton le Spring, Sunderland, is a mixed community primary school with a current enrollment of 202 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 210. The school prides itself on fostering a nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to "Be the BEST that you can be" through its core values: Be Resilient, Be Respectful, Be Responsible, and Be Ready. The head teacher, Mrs. Nicola Hill, emphasizes the importance of community support and the school's commitment to providing a safe and engaging learning atmosphere.

The curriculum at Hetton Primary is designed to inspire curiosity and develop a sense of identity among students. History is taught progressively, allowing pupils to build their knowledge and skills over time. The school also offers a range of extracurricular activities and support for children with special educational needs, ensuring that all students have access to a well-rounded education.

With a significant percentage of pupils (44.4%) eligible for free school meals, Hetton Primary is dedicated to serving its local community. The school welcomes visits from parents and stakeholders, reflecting its open-door policy and commitment to collaboration with families in the educational journey of their children.

Key details

LA
Sunderland
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
202
Boys
107
Girls
95
FSM %
44.40
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-02-29
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Tyne and Wear

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 202 107 95 210 44.40
2024-09-11 192 99 93 210 41.10
2023-09-11 185 93 92 210 57.10
2022-09-11 185 93 92 210 57.10
2021-09-11 156 84 72 210 58.30
2020-09-11 145 78 67 151 40.70

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