West View Primary School
100%
Capacity
471
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About West View Primary School
West View Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Hartlepool community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 471 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 471 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated West View Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lauren Furness, it falls under Hartlepool local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 51% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10480th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 24th out of 26 in Hartlepool.
West View Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 64 applications for 43 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 42 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at West View Primary School include Library, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Netball, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Coding, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 69.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hartlepool, West View 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Davison Drive, Hartlepool, Hartlepool, TS24 9BP |
| Headteacher | Lauren Furness |
| Local Authority | Hartlepool |
| Number of Pupils | 471 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 69.9% |
| School Capacity | 471 / 471 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (51%)
10480th of 13,686
Nationally
543rd of 677
In North East
24th of 26
In Hartlepool
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
51%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
51%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed43
64
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
42 families put this school as their 1st choice (66% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Davison Drive, Hartlepool
Hartlepool, TS24 9BP
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