Sedgefield Hardwick Primary Academy
122%
Capacity
256
Pupils
3.8x
Demand
About Sedgefield Hardwick Primary Academy
Sedgefield Hardwick Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the County Durham community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 256 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (122% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Paul Taylor, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3830th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 48th out of 170 in County Durham.
Sedgefield Hardwick Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 109 applications for 29 places, making it 3.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 were first-preference applications.
Sedgefield Hardwick Primary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (58 responses).
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 Sedgefield Hardwick Primary Academy include Library, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Football, Cross Country, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Gardening, Science Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Sedgefield Hardwick Primary Academy 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 | Hawthorn Road, Stockton-on-Tees, County Durham, TS21 3DA |
| Headteacher | Paul Taylor |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 256 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.7% |
| School Capacity | 256 / 210 (122% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (23 Oct 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Nov 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3830th of 13,686
Nationally
202nd of 677
In North East
48th of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
26%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
71%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
58 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
109
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sedgefield Hardwick Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Hawthorn Road, Stockton-on-Tees
County Durham, TS21 3DA
Hawthorn Road, Stockton-on-Tees
County Durham, TS21 3DA
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