Shotton Hall Primary School
100%
Capacity
351
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Shotton Hall Primary School
Shotton Hall Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the County Durham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 351 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 350 places).
Ofsted has rated Shotton Hall Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Leah Morgan, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8570th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 107th out of 170 in County Durham.
Shotton Hall Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 123 applications for 50 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 58 were first-preference applications.
Shotton Hall Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 83% recommending the school (47 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Shotton Hall Primary School include Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Dance, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Chess, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Shotton Hall 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Waveney Road, County Durham, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 1NX |
| Headteacher | Joanne Leah Morgan |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 351 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.5% |
| School Capacity | 351 / 350 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Jan 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Jan 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 May 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8570th of 13,686
Nationally
443rd of 677
In North East
107th of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
58%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
47 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed50
123
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
58 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Waveney Road, County Durham, Peterlee
County Durham, SR8 1NX
Waveney Road, County Durham, Peterlee
County Durham, SR8 1NX
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