Harrowgate Hill Primary School
62%
Capacity
440
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Harrowgate Hill Primary School
Harrowgate Hill Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Darlington community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 440 pupils on roll, operating at 62% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Harrowgate Hill Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Amanda Abbott, it falls under Darlington local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11893rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 26 in Darlington.
Harrowgate Hill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 76 applications for 51 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 50 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Harrowgate Hill Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Tennis, Cross Country, Swimming, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Film Club, Book Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.2%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Darlington, Harrowgate Hill 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 | Thompson Street West, Darlington, Darlington, DL3 0HZ |
| Headteacher | Amanda Abbott |
| Local Authority | Darlington |
| Number of Pupils | 440 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.2% |
| School Capacity | 440 / 708 (62% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Oct 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (44%)
11893rd of 13,686
Nationally
606th of 677
In North East
22nd of 26
In Darlington
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
44%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
26%
'23/24
44%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed51
76
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
50 families put this school as their 1st choice (66% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Thompson Street West, Darlington
Darlington, DL3 0HZ
Thompson Street West, Darlington
Darlington, DL3 0HZ
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