Pelton Community Primary School
80%
Capacity
309
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Pelton Community Primary School
Pelton Community 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 309 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 384 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Pelton Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Karen Telfer, it falls under County Durham local authority.
Pelton Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 57 applications for 33 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Pelton Community Primary School include Library, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Athletics, Netball, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 48.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Pelton Community 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 | Ouston Lane, Chester le Street, County Durham, DH2 1EZ |
| Headteacher | Karen Telfer |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 309 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 48.5% |
| School Capacity | 309 / 384 (80% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Jan 2019Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 Jan 2019): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Feb 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
2025/26Oversubscribed33
57
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ouston Lane, Chester le Street
County Durham, DH2 1EZ
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