Darras Hall Primary School
URN: 145781 • Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE20 9DS
Overview
- Name
- Darras Hall Primary School
- URN
- 145781
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- PELE TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 70.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rebecca McVittie (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01661823857
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Middle Drive, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE20 9DS
Summary
Darras Hall Primary School is a mixed academy located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Northumberland, with a current enrolment of 450 pupils and a capacity for 510. The school is committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment that supports the diverse needs of its students. With a focus on fostering a strong sense of community, Darras Hall prioritises the well-being and personal development of each child.
The curriculum at Darras Hall is designed to be engaging and comprehensive, ensuring that all pupils receive a well-rounded education. The school places emphasis on academic achievement while also promoting social skills and emotional resilience. Additional support is available for students from disadvantaged backgrounds, with a free school meal percentage of 3.10%, reflecting the school's commitment to equity in education.
Darras Hall Primary School values strong partnerships with parents and the wider community, encouraging active involvement in school life. The school’s ethos is grounded in its vision and values, which aim to inspire and empower students to reach their full potential. For further information, parents can visit the school's website.
The curriculum at Darras Hall is designed to be engaging and comprehensive, ensuring that all pupils receive a well-rounded education. The school places emphasis on academic achievement while also promoting social skills and emotional resilience. Additional support is available for students from disadvantaged backgrounds, with a free school meal percentage of 3.10%, reflecting the school's commitment to equity in education.
Darras Hall Primary School values strong partnerships with parents and the wider community, encouraging active involvement in school life. The school’s ethos is grounded in its vision and values, which aim to inspire and empower students to reach their full potential. For further information, parents can visit the school's website.
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Nearby alternatives
- Front Street Community Primary School (78.9)
- West Jesmond Primary School (76.6)
- Cragside Primary School (76.5)
- Benton Park Primary School (76.2)
- Archibald First School (75.2)
Key details
- LA
- Northumberland
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- PELE TRUST
- Capacity
- 510
- Pupils
- 450
- Boys
- 239
- Girls
- 211
- FSM %
- 3.10
- Open date
- 2019-02-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-11-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 450 | 239 | 211 | 510 | 3.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 446 | 232 | 214 | 510 | 3.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 481 | 271 | 210 | 510 | 2.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 481 | 271 | 210 | 510 | 2.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 482 | 267 | 215 | 510 | 2.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 490 | 268 | 222 | 510 | 1.60 |
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