Bullion Lane Primary School

URN: 114209 • Chester le Street DH2 2DP

Overview

Name
Bullion Lane Primary School
URN
114209
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.4 / 100
Bullion Lane Primary School building in Chester le Street

Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sarah Barningham (since 2025) , Head Teacher
Telephone
01913882482
Website
Visit Bullion Lane Primary School website
Address
Bullion Lane, Chester le Street DH2 2DP
Find on Google Maps

Summary

Bullion Lane Primary School, located in Chester le Street, County Durham, is a community school catering to a mixed-gender population of 299 pupils, with a capacity of 315. The school is committed to creating a safe and inviting learning environment where children are encouraged to aim high and achieve their best. The ethos of the school is built around respect, tolerance, empathy, and ambition, fostering strong relationships within the school community.

The curriculum at Bullion Lane is designed to promote enjoyment and a love of learning, which the school believes are essential for developing determination and perseverance in pupils. The school has been recognised by OFSTED as a ‘GOOD’ school, reflecting its commitment to high educational standards and student well-being.

With a significant percentage of pupils (66.40%) eligible for free school meals, Bullion Lane Primary School actively supports its diverse community, ensuring that all children receive the necessary resources and encouragement to thrive academically and socially. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through various resources available on the school’s website.

Key details

LA
County Durham
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
315
Pupils
299
Boys
142
Girls
157
FSM %
66.40
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-03-20
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
County Durham

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 299 142 157 315 66.40
2024-09-11 303 144 159 315 66.70
2023-09-11 275 130 145 315 68.50
2022-09-11 275 130 145 315 68.50
2021-09-11 282 143 139 315 63.10
2020-09-11 301 146 155 315 53.40

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