Howden-le-Wear Primary School
Howden-le-Wear Primary School is a primary located in County Durham, DL15 8HJ. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Outstanding. The school admits pupils aged 2 to 11. It currently has approximately 173 pupils on roll.
Howden-le-Wear Primary School is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy converter. It provides nursery classes for early years children.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Primary
School Type: Academy converter
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 2 to 11
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: Has Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Rural town and fringe
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: County Durham
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 175
Number of Pupils: 173
Number of Boys: 104
Number of Girls: 69
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 27.7
Last Changed Date: 2025-05-27
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Outstanding
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Not Rated
Behaviour & Attitudes: Not Rated
Personal Development: Not Rated
Leadership & Management: Outstanding
Early Years Provision: Outstanding
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: 9
Inspection Date: 2015-02-05
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Baines
Phone: 01388763287
Website: https://howden-le-wearprimary.org.uk/
Location: School Street, Howden-le-Wear
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Howden-le-Wear Primary School
What is the Ofsted rating of Howden-le-Wear Primary School?
Howden-le-Wear Primary School has been rated Outstanding by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Howden-le-Wear Primary School admit?
Howden-le-Wear Primary School admits pupils from age 2 to 11.
Is Howden-le-Wear Primary School a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Howden-le-Wear Primary School is a mixed school.
What type of school is Howden-le-Wear Primary School?
Howden-le-Wear Primary School is a academy converter offering primary education.
What is the crime rate near Howden-le-Wear Primary School?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Howden-le-Wear Primary School on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Howden-le-Wear Primary School?
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