Newker Primary School

URN: 131233 • Chester le Street DH2 3AA

Overview

Name
Newker Primary School
URN
131233
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
65.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Melanie Kirkland (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01913887099
Website
Visit
Address
Waldridge Road, Chester le Street DH2 3AA

Summary

Newker Primary School is a community school located in Chester le Street, County Durham, with a current enrolment of 378 pupils and a capacity for 520. The school promotes an inclusive environment, aiming to foster aspirational, respectful, and resilient learners. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in their motto, “Learning together, working to achieve,” which reflects their commitment to engaging students in an interactive learning experience.

The curriculum at Newker is designed to ensure that all children make good progress and achieve high standards. The school places a strong emphasis on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and offers a variety of resources to support online safety and emotional development. Additionally, Newker Primary provides tailored support for students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), ensuring that all children can participate fully in school activities.

Newker Primary School values its role within the local community and encourages parental involvement through various events and communication channels. The school’s commitment to British values and equality further enhances its supportive and nurturing environment, making it a welcoming place for all families.

Key details

LA
County Durham
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
520
Pupils
378
Boys
184
Girls
194
FSM %
29.50
Open date
1998-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-02-27
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
County Durham

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 378 184 194 520 29.50
2024-09-11 386 197 189 520 28.10
2023-09-11 418 226 192 520 23.10
2022-09-11 418 226 192 520 23.10
2021-09-11 431 226 205 520 21.90
2020-09-11 441 225 216 520 17.30

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