Tanfield Lea Community Primary School
88%
Capacity
351
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Tanfield Lea Community Primary School
Tanfield Lea 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 351 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 400 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Tanfield Lea Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mark Temple, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6541st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 86th out of 170 in County Durham.
Tanfield Lea Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 67 applications for 36 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.
Tanfield Lea Community Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (32 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Tanfield Lea Community Primary School include Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Forest School, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Dance, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Art Club, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Tanfield Lea 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 | Tanfield Lea, Stanley, County Durham, DH9 9LU |
| Headteacher | Mark Temple |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 351 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.8% |
| School Capacity | 351 / 400 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 May 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 17 May 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6541st of 13,686
Nationally
346th of 677
In North East
86th of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
63%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
32 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed36
67
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Tanfield Lea, Stanley
County Durham, DH9 9LU
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