Horndale Infants' School

URN: 114190 • Newton Aycliffe DL5 7HB

Overview

Name
Horndale Infants' School
URN
114190
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open, but proposed to close
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
46.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lisa Lakey (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01325300228
Website
Visit
Address
Scholars Path, Newton Aycliffe DL5 7HB

Summary

Horndale Infants' School is a community primary school located in Newton Aycliffe, County Durham, accommodating 77 pupils with a capacity for 216. The school prides itself on creating a nurturing and secure environment where children are encouraged to reach their full potential. With a strong emphasis on collaboration, the school’s mission statement, "working together...a caring, sharing partnership," reflects its commitment to involving parents and carers in the educational journey.

The curriculum at Horndale is designed to promote holistic development, incorporating the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and British values. The school offers a range of subjects and activities, including support for children with special educational needs (SEN), ensuring all pupils can engage fully in their learning experiences.

The school community is actively involved in various initiatives, including attendance awards and school clubs, fostering a sense of belonging and participation among families. Headteacher Mrs. L Lakey and her team are dedicated to maintaining open communication with parents, ensuring a supportive and inclusive atmosphere for all students.

Key details

LA
County Durham
Age range
3 - 7
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
216
Pupils
77
Boys
45
Girls
32
FSM %
70.50
Open date
Close date
2025-08-31
Last Ofsted
2022-10-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
County Durham

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 77 45 32 216 70.50
2024-09-11 79 44 35 216 70.40
2023-09-11 93 51 42 216 62.50
2022-09-11 93 51 42 216 62.50
2021-09-11 106 65 41 216 75.00
2020-09-11 121 71 50 216 56.30

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