Westlea Primary School

URN: 113998 • Seaham SR7 8JU

Overview

Name
Westlea Primary School
URN
113998
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Deborah Scothern (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01915813658
Website
Visit
Address
Winslow Crescent, Seaham SR7 8JU

Summary

Westlea Primary School is a community school located in Seaham, County Durham, catering to a mixed-gender population of 245 pupils, with a capacity of 238. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, aiming to nurture the academic, social, emotional, moral, and physical development of each child. High expectations and equality of access are central to the school's ethos, fostering an environment where all students can thrive.

The curriculum at Westlea is designed to engage students and extend their learning experiences, preparing them for future educational challenges. The school prioritizes creating a safe and caring atmosphere, where achievements are celebrated, and every child's happiness is considered vital to their success.

With a significant percentage of pupils (44.5%) eligible for free school meals, Westlea Primary is committed to supporting all families within the community. The school also provides resources such as a dedicated app for parents to facilitate communication and manage school-related payments efficiently. For more information, visit their website at www.westleaprimaryschool.com.

Key details

LA
County Durham
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
238
Pupils
245
Boys
122
Girls
123
FSM %
44.50
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-12-01
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
County Durham

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 245 122 123 238 44.50
2024-09-11 254 123 131 238 48.30
2023-09-11 264 128 136 238 45.20
2022-09-11 264 128 136 238 45.20
2021-09-11 265 134 131 238 43.90
2020-09-11 276 135 141 238 36.60

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