Kelloe Primary School
99%
Capacity
139
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Kelloe Primary School
Kelloe Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the County Durham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 139 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 140 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Kelloe Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paul Newton, it falls under County Durham local authority.
Kelloe Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 20 applications for 12 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple 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 Kelloe Primary School include Art Studios, Dining Hall, Forest School, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Cricket, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Kelloe 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 | Front Street, Kelloe, County Durham, DH6 4PG |
| Headteacher | Paul Newton |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 139 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.1% |
| School Capacity | 139 / 140 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Mar 2019Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Mar 2019): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Apr 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
20
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Front Street, Kelloe
County Durham, DH6 4PG
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