How many pupils does Darras Hall Primary School have?

Darras Hall Primary School has 450 pupils on roll, according to Department for Education data.

What is Darras Hall Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Darras Hall Primary School was rated Outstanding at its most recent Ofsted inspection (14 November 2023).

How does Darras Hall Primary School perform at Key Stage 2 (SATs)?

78% of pupils at Darras Hall Primary School met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths at the end of Key Stage 2.

Is Darras Hall Primary School part of an academy trust?

Yes — Darras Hall Primary School is part of PELE TRUST.

Where is Darras Hall Primary School?

Darras Hall Primary School is located at Middle Drive, Ponteland, Northumberland, NE20 9DS.

Darras Hall Primary School

Middle Drive, Ponteland, Northumberland, NE20 9DS

Outstanding

Inspected 14 November 2023

Outstanding

Ofsted

78%

KS2 expected

Primary

Phase

3–11

Ages

450

Pupils

Mixed

Gender

Academy converter

Type

About Darras Hall Primary School

Darras Hall Primary School is an academy converter in Ponteland, Northumberland, England, for pupils aged 3–11. It has 450 pupils on roll. It is part of PELE TRUST. Its most recent Ofsted inspection (14 November 2023) rated it Outstanding. At the end of Key Stage 2, 78% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths. 3.7% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, and 2.6% have English as an additional language.

School Information

Local Authority: Northumberland →
School Type: Academy converter
Phase: Primary
Age Range: Ages 3–11
Gender: Mixed
Pupils / Capacity: 450 / 510 (88%)
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Nursery: Has Nursery Classes
Religious Character: Does not apply
Last Ofsted Inspection: 14 November 2023

Pupil profile

2023/24

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

3.7%

Free school meals

2.6%

EAL

1.6%

SEN support

5.6%

EHC plan

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

Results & performance

2023/24

Official Department for Education results, pupil destinations and attendance.

SATs results (Key Stage 2)

78%

Expected standard (RWM)

28%

Higher standard (RWM)

107

Avg reading score

108

Avg maths score

Attendance

3.4%

Overall absence

3.4%

Persistent absence

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.

Workforce

2024/25

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

19.5

Teachers (FTE)

↓ -0.6 vs 2023/24

23.1

Pupils per teacher

↑ +0.9 vs 2023/24

15.5

Teaching assistants (FTE)

↓ -0.9 vs 2023/24

£48,213

Avg teacher salary

Mean · 8% on leadership pay

↑ +£532 vs 2023/24

Teacher vacancies

0% rate

→ 0 vs 2023/24

1.8

Leadership (FTE)

→ 0.0 vs 2023/24

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.

School finances

2024-25

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

£5,656

Spend per pupil

£5,593

Income per pupil

53%

Spent on teaching staff

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: Middle Drive, Ponteland, Northumberland, NE20 9DS
Phone: 01661823857
Headteacher: Rebecca McVittie
Website: www.darrashallprimary.com

Academy Trust

PELE TRUST →

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Frequently asked questions

What type of school is Darras Hall Primary School?: Darras Hall Primary School is an academy converter in Ponteland, Northumberland, England, for pupils aged 3–11.
How many pupils does Darras Hall Primary School have?: Darras Hall Primary School has 450 pupils on roll, according to Department for Education data.
What is Darras Hall Primary School's Ofsted rating?: Darras Hall Primary School was rated Outstanding at its most recent Ofsted inspection (14 November 2023).
How does Darras Hall Primary School perform at Key Stage 2 (SATs)?: 78% of pupils at Darras Hall Primary School met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths at the end of Key Stage 2.
Is Darras Hall Primary School part of an academy trust?: Yes — Darras Hall Primary School is part of PELE TRUST.
Where is Darras Hall Primary School?: Darras Hall Primary School is located at Middle Drive, Ponteland, Northumberland, NE20 9DS.

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