Tanfield Lea Community Primary School
URN: 131545 • Stanley DH9 9LU
Overview
- Name
- Tanfield Lea Community Primary School
- URN
- 131545
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Mark Temple (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01207234500
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Tanfield Lea, Stanley DH9 9LU
Summary
Tanfield Lea Community Primary School, located in Stanley, County Durham, is a mixed community school with a current enrolment of 351 pupils, out of a capacity of 400. The school is committed to providing an inclusive educational environment that values diversity in culture, religion, and learning styles. It aims to ensure that all children, regardless of their needs and abilities, can achieve their best through a supportive curriculum.
The school places a strong emphasis on Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), with dedicated staff and resources to support these students. The Head Teacher, Mr Mark Temple, and the Special Educational Needs Coordinator, Mrs Andrea Brotherston, are available for consultations regarding individual needs and interventions. The school actively collaborates with parents and outside agencies to ensure appropriate support is in place for all children.
Tanfield Lea Community Primary School promotes a safe and respectful atmosphere, with policies in place to address bullying and discrimination. The school encourages parental involvement and communication, fostering a strong sense of community among families and staff. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the school directly.
The school places a strong emphasis on Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), with dedicated staff and resources to support these students. The Head Teacher, Mr Mark Temple, and the Special Educational Needs Coordinator, Mrs Andrea Brotherston, are available for consultations regarding individual needs and interventions. The school actively collaborates with parents and outside agencies to ensure appropriate support is in place for all children.
Tanfield Lea Community Primary School promotes a safe and respectful atmosphere, with policies in place to address bullying and discrimination. The school encourages parental involvement and communication, fostering a strong sense of community among families and staff. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the school directly.
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- About Us (other)
- Job Vacancies (other)
- Meet The Staff (other)
- Our Governing Body (other)
- Our School Day (other)
- School Admissions (other)
- School Policies (other)
- Twitter (other)
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Key details
- LA
- County Durham
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 400
- Pupils
- 351
- Boys
- 201
- Girls
- 150
- FSM %
- 28.80
- Open date
- 2007-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-05-11
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- County Durham
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 351 | 201 | 150 | 400 | 28.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 336 | 183 | 153 | 346 | 27.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 314 | 171 | 143 | 310 | 26.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 314 | 171 | 143 | 310 | 26.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 315 | 172 | 143 | 310 | 23.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 318 | 169 | 149 | 310 | 19.20 |
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