Sugar Hill Primary School

URN: 114207 • Newton Aycliffe DL5 5NU

Overview

Name
Sugar Hill Primary School
URN
114207
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
76.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Paula O'Rourke (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01325300334
Website
Visit
Address
Sheraton Road, Newton Aycliffe DL5 5NU

Summary

Sugar Hill Primary School is a mixed community school located in Newton Aycliffe, County Durham, accommodating 459 pupils with a capacity of 468. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, encapsulated in its ethos of "Learning and Growing Together." With a significant percentage of students (30.4%) eligible for free school meals, Sugar Hill prioritises equity and inclusion, ensuring that all children receive the support they need to thrive.

The curriculum at Sugar Hill is designed to provide a well-rounded education, covering essential subjects such as literacy, maths, science, and the arts, alongside a global curriculum that promotes cultural awareness. The school also offers various extracurricular activities and after-school clubs to enhance students' learning experiences and personal development.

Community engagement is a key focus at Sugar Hill, with regular events and opportunities for parents to participate in their children's education. The school actively promotes values of equality, diversity, and British citizenship, creating a nurturing environment where every child can succeed. For more information, visit their website at www.sugarhill.durham.sch.uk.

Key details

LA
County Durham
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
468
Pupils
459
Boys
213
Girls
246
FSM %
30.40
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-10-04
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
County Durham

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 459 213 246 468 30.40
2024-09-11 464 225 239 468 29.40
2023-09-11 467 217 250 468 33.00
2022-09-11 467 217 250 468 33.00
2021-09-11 459 228 231 468 28.50
2020-09-11 465 236 229 468 25.50

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