St Francis Horndale CofE Primary School
38%
Capacity
90
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About St Francis Horndale CofE Primary School
St Francis Horndale CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the County Durham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 90 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (38% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Francis Horndale CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lisa Lakey, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 32% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13174th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 160th out of 170 in County Durham.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Francis Horndale CofE Primary School include Forest School, Sports Hall, Library, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Dance, Football, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Science Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 75.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, St Francis Horndale CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Scholars Path, Newton Aycliffe, County Durham, DL5 7HB |
| Headteacher | Lisa Lakey |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 90 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 75.6% |
| School Capacity | 90 / 236 (38% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Jun 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 7 May 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (32%)
13174th of 13,686
Nationally
657th of 677
In North East
160th of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
32%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
32%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Francis Horndale CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Scholars Path, Newton Aycliffe
County Durham, DL5 7HB
Journey to School
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