Nettlesworth Primary School
URN: 114005 • Chester le Street DH2 3PF
Overview
- Name
- Nettlesworth Primary School
- URN
- 114005
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Donna Lee (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01913710444
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Front Street, Chester le Street DH2 3PF
Summary
Nettlesworth Primary School is a mixed community primary school located in Chester le Street, County Durham, with a current enrolment of 103 pupils and a capacity of 117. The school prioritises inclusivity, pupil voice, and respect, aiming to equip students with essential skills for future success. The curriculum is designed to provide a broad and balanced education, focusing on core subjects like maths and English while also celebrating the local mining and agricultural heritage.
The school employs a creative and thematic approach to learning through the Cornerstones Curriculum, which integrates imaginative learning projects that engage students in various subjects. This curriculum not only adheres to the National Curriculum but also encourages children to explore global issues, fostering their moral and social development.
Nettlesworth Primary School is committed to nurturing confident and independent learners who are prepared for life beyond primary education. The emphasis on personal growth, creativity, and community involvement ensures that children leave with a strong sense of aspiration and respect for others.
The school employs a creative and thematic approach to learning through the Cornerstones Curriculum, which integrates imaginative learning projects that engage students in various subjects. This curriculum not only adheres to the National Curriculum but also encourages children to explore global issues, fostering their moral and social development.
Nettlesworth Primary School is committed to nurturing confident and independent learners who are prepared for life beyond primary education. The emphasis on personal growth, creativity, and community involvement ensures that children leave with a strong sense of aspiration and respect for others.
Useful links
- SEN Information Report (sen)
- SEND (sen)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- County Durham
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 117
- Pupils
- 103
- Boys
- 53
- Girls
- 50
- FSM %
- 31.10
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-07-04
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- County Durham
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 103 | 53 | 50 | 117 | 31.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 112 | 58 | 54 | 117 | 35.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 115 | 65 | 50 | 117 | 28.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 115 | 65 | 50 | 117 | 28.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 116 | 59 | 57 | 117 | 26.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 105 | 53 | 52 | 105 | 26.70 |
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