Vane Road Primary School
URN: 114206 • Newton Aycliffe DL5 5RH
Overview
- Name
- Vane Road Primary School
- URN
- 114206
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 66.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- K F G Pavey (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Vane Road, Newton Aycliffe DL5 5RH
Summary
Vane Road Primary School is a community school located in Newton Aycliffe, County Durham, catering to children aged 4 to 11. With a current enrolment of 415 pupils and a capacity for 420, the school serves a diverse student body. Approximately 25.3% of the students are eligible for free school meals, indicating a commitment to supporting families from various socio-economic backgrounds.
The school focuses on providing a well-rounded education that fosters both academic and personal development. The curriculum is designed to engage students and promote a love for learning, ensuring that all children have the opportunity to reach their full potential. Vane Road Primary School emphasizes a supportive environment, where teachers and staff are dedicated to nurturing each child’s individual strengths.
Community engagement is a key aspect of Vane Road Primary School's ethos. The school actively collaborates with parents and local organisations to create a supportive network that enhances the educational experience for all students. This commitment to community involvement helps to create a welcoming atmosphere where children can thrive both academically and socially.
The school focuses on providing a well-rounded education that fosters both academic and personal development. The curriculum is designed to engage students and promote a love for learning, ensuring that all children have the opportunity to reach their full potential. Vane Road Primary School emphasizes a supportive environment, where teachers and staff are dedicated to nurturing each child’s individual strengths.
Community engagement is a key aspect of Vane Road Primary School's ethos. The school actively collaborates with parents and local organisations to create a supportive network that enhances the educational experience for all students. This commitment to community involvement helps to create a welcoming atmosphere where children can thrive both academically and socially.
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Key details
- LA
- County Durham
- Age range
- 5 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 415
- Boys
- 220
- Girls
- 195
- FSM %
- 25.30
- Open date
- Close date
- 2023-05-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2017-09-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- County Durham
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 415 | 220 | 195 | 420 | 25.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 415 | 220 | 195 | 420 | 25.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 419 | 224 | 195 | 420 | 25.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 419 | 224 | 195 | 420 | 25.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 408 | 217 | 191 | 420 | 24.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 401 | 212 | 189 | 420 | 19.70 |
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