Hesleden Primary School
75%
Capacity
101
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Hesleden Primary School
Hesleden Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the County Durham community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 101 pupils on roll, operating at 75% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hesleden Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher L Johnson, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 89% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 395th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 170 in County Durham.
Hesleden Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 11 applications for 7 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 7 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hesleden Primary School include Library, Sports Hall, Forest School, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Rounders, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.4%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Hesleden 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hesleden, Hartlepool, County Durham, TS27 4PT |
| Headteacher | L Johnson |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 101 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.4% |
| School Capacity | 101 / 134 (75% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (89%)
395th of 13,686
Nationally
22nd of 677
In North East
8th of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
89%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
82%
'23/24
89%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed7
11
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
7 families put this school as their 1st choice (64% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hesleden, Hartlepool
County Durham, TS27 4PT
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