Howletch Lane Primary School
95%
Capacity
380
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Howletch Lane Primary School
Howletch Lane 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 380 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 399 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Howletch Lane Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Helen Beattie, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 25% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13460th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 166th out of 170 in County Durham.
Howletch Lane Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 75 applications for 36 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.
Howletch Lane Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.0/5 from 8 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 73% recommending the school (22 responses).
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 Howletch Lane Primary School include Gymnasium, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Cricket, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Howletch 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Pennine Drive, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 2NQ |
| Headteacher | Helen Beattie |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 380 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.5% |
| School Capacity | 380 / 399 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Sept 2024Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Oct 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (25%)
13460th of 13,686
Nationally
668th of 677
In North East
166th of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
25%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
34%
'23/24
25%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
22 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed36
75
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Howletch Lane Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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Contact Information
Pennine Drive, Peterlee
County Durham, SR8 2NQ
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