Hetton Lyons Primary School
URN: 144225 • Houghton le Spring DH5 0AH
Overview
- Name
- Hetton Lyons Primary School
- URN
- 144225
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- BALMORAL LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Kim Bushby (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01915634200
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Four Lane Ends, Houghton le Spring DH5 0AH
Summary
Hetton Lyons Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Houghton le Spring, Sunderland, with a current enrolment of 428 pupils, slightly above its capacity of 420. The school has a strong commitment to fostering a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to become confident, self-motivated individuals. The ethos of the school is built on collaboration with parents and the wider community, ensuring that every child receives the best possible educational experience.
The curriculum at Hetton Lyons is designed to be broad and balanced, incorporating creative and hands-on learning opportunities. The school prioritises both academic progress and the personal development of each child, aiming to inspire a lifelong love of learning. High expectations for behaviour and respect are central to the school's code of conduct, which promotes a safe and responsible environment for all students.
With a history of over 108 years at the heart of the local community, Hetton Lyons Primary School values strong relationships with families and community members. The school is dedicated to providing a supportive atmosphere where every child is valued and encouraged to thrive.
The curriculum at Hetton Lyons is designed to be broad and balanced, incorporating creative and hands-on learning opportunities. The school prioritises both academic progress and the personal development of each child, aiming to inspire a lifelong love of learning. High expectations for behaviour and respect are central to the school's code of conduct, which promotes a safe and responsible environment for all students.
With a history of over 108 years at the heart of the local community, Hetton Lyons Primary School values strong relationships with families and community members. The school is dedicated to providing a supportive atmosphere where every child is valued and encouraged to thrive.
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Key details
- LA
- Sunderland
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- BALMORAL LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 428
- Boys
- 219
- Girls
- 209
- FSM %
- 27.60
- Open date
- 2017-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-11-10
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 428 | 219 | 209 | 420 | 27.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 431 | 216 | 215 | 420 | 26.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 432 | 215 | 217 | 420 | 24.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 432 | 215 | 217 | 420 | 24.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 438 | 213 | 225 | 420 | 24.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 438 | 212 | 226 | 420 | 21.00 |
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