Durham Lane Primary School
109%
Capacity
229
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Durham Lane Primary School
Durham Lane Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Stockton-on-Tees community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 229 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (109% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Durham Lane Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Gregory, it falls under Stockton-on-Tees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1020th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 55 in Stockton-on-Tees.
Durham Lane Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 52 applications for 28 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Durham Lane Primary School include Gymnasium, Library, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Rounders, Athletics, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Art Club, Gardening, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stockton-on-Tees, Durham Lane 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Amberley Way, Stockton-on-Tees, Stockton-on-Tees, TS16 0NG |
| Headteacher | Helen Gregory |
| Local Authority | Stockton-on-Tees |
| Number of Pupils | 229 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.7% |
| School Capacity | 229 / 210 (109% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (16 Nov 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 1 May 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
1020th of 13,686
Nationally
51st of 677
In North East
8th of 55
In Stockton-on-Tees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
86%
'23/24
83%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
52
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Amberley Way, Stockton-on-Tees
Stockton-on-Tees, TS16 0NG
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