Hetton School

URN: 108862 • Houghton le Spring DH5 9JZ

Overview

Name
Hetton School
URN
108862
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
44.6 / 100
School thumbnail

Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Craig Knowles (since 2025) , Acting Head Teacher
Telephone
Website
Address
North Road, Houghton le Spring DH5 9JZ

Summary

Hetton School is a mixed community secondary school located in Houghton le Spring, Sunderland, with a current enrolment of 625 students, against a capacity of 900. The school prioritises an inclusive and supportive environment, catering to a diverse student body, with 39.5% of pupils eligible for free school meals. This reflects the school’s commitment to providing equitable educational opportunities for all students.

The curriculum at Hetton School is designed to foster academic achievement while promoting personal development. The school offers a range of subjects and extracurricular activities aimed at encouraging students to explore their interests and talents. Teachers are dedicated to supporting students' learning journeys, ensuring that each pupil receives the guidance they need to succeed.

Hetton School plays an active role in the local community, engaging with parents and local organisations to enhance educational experiences. The school values collaboration with families and aims to create a strong partnership that supports students both in and out of the classroom. This community-focused approach helps to cultivate a positive school culture and encourages student involvement in local initiatives.

Useful links

Key details

LA
Sunderland
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
900
Pupils
625
Boys
314
Girls
311
FSM %
39.50
Open date
Close date
2022-08-31
Last Ofsted
2021-09-15
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Tyne and Wear

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 625 314 311 900 39.50
2024-09-11 625 314 311 900 39.50
2023-09-11 625 314 311 900 39.50
2022-09-11 625 314 311 900 39.50
2021-09-11 575 297 278 900 37.00
2020-09-11 556 296 260 900 32.60

Reviews

No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience.

Add a review

Please sign in to post a review. Go to login

Are you the school owner?

Claim this profile to reply to reviews and add details.

Requires login