Hurworth Primary School

URN: 138180 • Darlington DL2 2ET

Overview

Name
Hurworth Primary School
URN
138180
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
LINGFIELD EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
63.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Alison Maddison (since 2025) , Executive Head Teacher
Telephone
01325720028
Website
Visit
Address
Westfield Drive, Darlington DL2 2ET

Summary

Hurworth Primary School, located in Darlington, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 221 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 210. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive and nurturing environment, where every child is encouraged to achieve their potential and develop positive character traits. The ethos is centred around the motto "Consider, Create and Contribute," which is integrated into daily school life and reinforced through a set of core values.

The curriculum at Hurworth Primary emphasizes not only academic achievement but also personal development, including PSHE education that encompasses relationships and fundamental British values. The school has recently been recognized as a Little Wandle Champion School for its effective phonics teaching, highlighting its commitment to high standards in literacy.

Community engagement is a key aspect of the school's approach, with initiatives designed to connect students with local stakeholders and promote kindness and respect. Parents are encouraged to participate actively in school life, and the school welcomes visits from prospective families to experience its warm atmosphere firsthand.

Key details

LA
Darlington
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
LINGFIELD EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
210
Pupils
221
Boys
103
Girls
118
FSM %
10.00
Open date
2012-06-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
County Durham

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 221 103 118 210 10.00
2024-09-11 220 106 114 210 8.20
2023-09-11 219 109 110 210 4.10
2022-09-11 219 109 110 210 4.10
2021-09-11 221 116 105 210 4.10
2020-09-11 220 123 97 210 2.70

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