Hedworth Lane Primary School
91%
Capacity
288
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Hedworth Lane Primary School
Hedworth Lane Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the South Tyneside community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 288 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 315 places).
Ofsted has rated Hedworth Lane Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Hutchinson, it falls under South Tyneside local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6476th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 37 in South Tyneside.
Hedworth Lane Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 68 applications for 41 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 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 Hedworth Lane Primary School include Dining Hall, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Forest School, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Netball, Swimming, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Book Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Tyneside, Hedworth 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hedworth Lane, Boldon Colliery, South Tyneside, NE35 9JB |
| Headteacher | Claire Hutchinson |
| Local Authority | South Tyneside |
| Number of Pupils | 288 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.7% |
| School Capacity | 288 / 315 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (27 Mar 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 28 Mar 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6476th of 13,686
Nationally
340th of 677
In North East
20th of 37
In South Tyneside
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
64%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed41
68
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hedworth Lane, Boldon Colliery
South Tyneside, NE35 9JB
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