Heighington Church of England Primary School

URN: 137022 • Newton Aycliffe DL5 6PH

Overview

Name
Heighington Church of England Primary School
URN
137022
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
DURHAM AND NEWCASTLE DIOCESAN LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Carly Stonier (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01325300326
Website
Visit
Address
Hopelands, Newton Aycliffe DL5 6PH

Summary

Heighington Church of England Primary School, located in Newton Aycliffe, is an academy converter with a strong reputation in the local community. The school serves approximately 256 pupils aged 3 to 11 and is committed to fostering an inclusive environment rooted in Christian values. It emphasizes the importance of building positive relationships and community connections, notably with St. Michael's Church.

The school's ethos is encapsulated in its mission statement, "life in all its fullness," which reflects a holistic approach to education. Heighington CE Primary aims to nurture each child's individuality while promoting accountability and a desire for lifelong learning. The curriculum is designed to engage students by incorporating their interests and encouraging critical thinking, with a focus on both academic achievement and personal development.

Heighington CE Primary School is part of the Durham and Newcastle Diocesan Learning Trust, which enhances its educational offerings. The school prides itself on its supportive atmosphere, where children are encouraged to thrive academically and socially, preparing them for future challenges.

Key details

LA
Darlington
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
DURHAM AND NEWCASTLE DIOCESAN LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
266
Pupils
256
Boys
118
Girls
138
FSM %
10.50
Open date
2011-08-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-12-11
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
County Durham

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 256 118 138 266 10.50
2024-09-11 229 110 119 266 10.00
2023-09-11 263 133 130 266 7.20
2022-09-11 263 133 130 266 7.20
2021-09-11 275 131 144 266 6.20
2020-09-11 272 125 147 266 4.40

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