Howden-le-Wear Primary School
107%
Capacity
187
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Howden-le-Wear Primary School
Howden-le-Wear 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 187 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 175 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Howden-le-Wear Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Hannah Clark, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 74% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3045th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 39th out of 170 in County Durham.
Howden-le-Wear Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 34 applications for 19 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
Howden-le-Wear Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 87% recommending the school (54 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Howden-le-Wear Primary School include Sports Hall, Forest School, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Football, Cricket, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Film Club, Art Club, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.5%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Howden-le-Wear 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 | School Street, Crook, County Durham, DL15 8HJ |
| Headteacher | Hannah Clark |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 187 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.5% |
| School Capacity | 187 / 175 (107% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jul 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (74%)
3045th of 13,686
Nationally
162nd of 677
In North East
39th of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
74%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
74%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
54 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed19
34
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
17 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Howden-le-Wear Primary School
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Contact Information
School Street, Crook
County Durham, DL15 8HJ
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