Dene House Primary School
96%
Capacity
301
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Dene House Primary School
Dene House Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the County Durham community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 301 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 315 places).
Ofsted has rated Dene House Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lee Blake, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10624th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 132nd out of 170 in County Durham.
Dene House Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 70 applications for 42 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dene House Primary School include Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Library, Music Rooms, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Gymnastics, Netball, as well as clubs including Gardening, Film Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 56.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Dene House Primary School is one of the options available in the North East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Manor Way, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 5RL |
| Headteacher | Lee Blake |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 301 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 56.5% |
| School Capacity | 301 / 315 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 May 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10624th of 13,686
Nationally
550th of 677
In North East
132nd of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
50%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed42
70
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dene House Primary School
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Contact Information
Manor Way, Peterlee
County Durham, SR8 5RL
Journey to School
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