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
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.
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.
Useful links
- Register of Interests (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Supporting children with additional needs (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- COME AND TAKE A LOOK... (download)
- 'LIFE IN ALL ITS FULLNESS' (JOHN 10:10) (download)
- Prospectus (other)
- Policies (other)
- Statutory Policies (other)
- Safeguarding Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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