West Pelton Primary School

About West Pelton Primary School

West Pelton Primary School is a community school in Stanley, County Durham, England, for pupils aged 2–11. It has 69 pupils on roll. Its most recent Ofsted inspection (6 November 2019) rated it Good. At the end of Key Stage 2, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths. 54.5% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, and 0% have English as an additional language.

School Information

Local Authority

County Durham →

School Type

Community school

Phase

Primary

Age Range

Ages 2–11

Gender

Mixed

Pupils / Capacity

69 / 105 (66%)

Sixth Form

Does not have a sixth form

Nursery

Has Nursery Classes

Religious Character

Does not apply

Last Ofsted Inspection

6 November 2019

Who attends this school — useful context if you’re considering teaching here.

Source: DfE School Census, 2023/24, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Official Department for Education results, pupil destinations and attendance.

Source: Department for Education performance tables, 2023/24, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Some independent schools’ qualifications (e.g. IGCSEs) are not all reflected in these figures.

Staffing at this school, with the trend over recent years — useful if you’re considering working here.

Data for the 2024/25 academic year (trend lines show 3 years). Source: DfE School Workforce Census, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. State-funded schools only.

How this school is funded and where the money goes — per pupil.

Source: DfE school finance returns (CFR for council-maintained schools, AAR for academies), 2024-25, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Per-pupil figures are calculated from total income/expenditure.

Contact Details

Address

Twizell Lane, Stanley, County Durham, DH9 6SQ

Phone

01913700238

Headteacher

Victoria Hewison

Website

www.westpelton.durham.sch.uk

Frequently asked questions

What type of school is West Pelton Primary School?

West Pelton Primary School is a community school in Stanley, County Durham, England, for pupils aged 2–11.

How many pupils does West Pelton Primary School have?

West Pelton Primary School has 69 pupils on roll, according to Department for Education data.

What is West Pelton Primary School's Ofsted rating?

West Pelton Primary School was rated Good at its most recent Ofsted inspection (6 November 2019).

How does West Pelton Primary School perform at Key Stage 2 (SATs)?

50% of pupils at West Pelton Primary School met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths at the end of Key Stage 2.

Where is West Pelton Primary School?

West Pelton Primary School is located at Twizell Lane, Stanley, County Durham, DH9 6SQ.