Easington Colliery Primary School

URN: 114210 • Peterlee SR8 3DJ

Overview

Name
Easington Colliery Primary School
URN
114210
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rachel Francis (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01915270293
Website
Visit
Address
Whickham Street, Peterlee SR8 3DJ

Summary

Easington Colliery Primary School is a community school located in Peterlee, County Durham, serving a mixed-gender population of 532 pupils. The school prides itself on being inclusive and values the individuality of each student, fostering a supportive environment where children can thrive both academically and socially. The dedicated staff focus on creating meaningful learning experiences that are engaging and challenging, aligned with the national curriculum while considering the needs of the local community.

The school's ethos emphasizes strong relationships among students, staff, and families, ensuring that every child feels valued and safe. Easington Colliery Primary School has achieved Flagship Status for the Inclusion Quality Mark, reflecting its commitment to providing equal opportunities and promoting best practices in inclusion across the school and its network.

Parents are encouraged to be active partners in their child's education, with opportunities to engage in school events and discussions. The school aims to develop pupils' character and resilience, preparing them to pursue their aspirations while fostering pride in their local community.

Key details

LA
County Durham
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
567
Pupils
532
Boys
290
Girls
242
FSM %
42.50
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-09-20
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
County Durham

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 532 290 242 567 42.50
2024-09-11 554 303 251 567 40.50
2023-09-11 563 294 269 567 41.30
2022-09-11 563 294 269 567 41.30
2021-09-11 540 283 257 567 42.00
2020-09-11 529 282 247 567 38.40

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